Cover supervisor (Trainee programme)

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate and motivated individual for a Cover Supervisor trainee role in Bristol. This position offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting while receiving support and training from experienced teachers. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in education and a willingness to learn. Join a committed team and contribute to the progress of students aged 11-16.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Pension contributions

FREE training for professional development

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Secondary Aged Children or willingness to gain experience.
• Grades A* - C at GCSE in English, Maths and Science or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support learning while managing behaviour in the classroom.
• Provide support in career as a cover supervisor.

Skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Verbal Skills

Written Skills

Passion for Education

Education

GCSE in English

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in Science

Job description

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Cover supervisor (Trainee programme), Bristol

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Client:

Vision for Education

Location:

Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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About the role

This is a trainee role so would require a candidate who is passionate, enthusiastic and motivated, and has a willingness to get into education through the Cover Supervisor trainee programme. The programme is run by experienced teachers at Vision for Education and supplies the candidate with all the necessary personal development and support in the role with a placement in a school. The candidate will then be provided with extra support in their career as a cover supervisor.

The role of a Cover Supervisor within a school is to facilitate and support learning whilst managing behaviour in the classroom in the absence of the Subject Teacher. The post holder would require the following characteristics; flexible, adaptable, good subject knowledge across the various subjects, excellent verbal and written skills, an enthusiasm for supporting and teaching in a secondary school of ages 11-16, a willingness to contribute to a school environment and the progress of students.

Candidates with experience with sports coaching, teaching assistants and experience in an education setting would be suitable candidates for the programme. The candidate will have a high level of professionalism and an excellent manner with children and young people.

*This position could be for a person who is keen to become a teacher and wanting more experience within a secondary setting.

About the school

We currently work with a number of schools in and around Bristol supporting their day to day and short-term cover needs and requirements. They expect a high level of professionalism and a good education from their Cover staff. Experience in this field is not essential, however a strong interest in education is and the willingness to undertake types of training to become an experienced cover supervisor.

Requirements

To be considered for the position of Cover Supervisor, you will:

Have experience supporting Secondary Aged Children or willing to gain experience.

Have grades A* - C at GCSE in English, Maths and Science or equivalent

Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed team of cover staff.

Relevant referenceable experience working with children.

Have a passion for education and an interest in taking a teaching or support route.

Be willing to obtain a DBS

Vision for Education is committed to Safeguarding children and young people. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS Check that must be registered to the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. We have branches across the country and look to continuously support secondary, primary and SEND schools across the UK.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.

Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period).

Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.

FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package worth £350.

Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.

Access to a dedicated Secondary consultant, who will provide ongoing support and continued personal development in the role.