Cover Supervisor with Physical Education

Teach in Herts; Cheshunt; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach in Herts is seeking a Cover Supervisor with PE Support to join our school team. You will supervise classes during short-term absences, ensure students stay engaged, and deliver PE cover lessons to support the PE Faculty.

You will work closely with the Staff/Cover Manager to maintain continuity of learning, manage behaviour, take attendance, keep records, and assist with safeguarding, administration and whole-school wellbeing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a school environment or with young people.
• Experience of delivering PE or sports activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive and professional approach.
• The ability to work independently and take responsibility for tasks through to completion.
• Good organisational and prioritisation skills.
• A strong work ethic and excellent punctuality.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• A willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing priorities.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and develop positive professional relationships with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Supervising students and ensuring that work set by teachers is completed effectively.
• Managing student behaviour in line with school policies and maintaining a positive classroom environment.
• Taking attendance and maintaining relevant student records using Class Charts.
• Collecting completed work and ensuring it is passed to the appropriate teacher.
• Responding to students' questions about classroom routines and procedures.
• Dealing appropriately with immediate problems or emergencies.
• Providing PE cover lessons and supporting the PE Faculty when required.
• Supporting external cover staff where appropriate.
• Following all safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Undertaking administrative duties and other appropriate tasks when not required for cover.
• Contributing to the development of effective systems and strategies that enhance learning during cover lessons.
• Taking responsibility for an additional whole-school responsibility focused on supporting student outcomes or wellbeing.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Classroom management

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Experience in school environment or with young people

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their best? Do you have an interest in PE and sport?

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable and confident Cover Supervisor with PE Support to join our school team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, can build positive relationships with students and colleagues, and is able to create a calm and purposeful environment for learning.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of their usual teacher, ensuring that students remain engaged, safe and focused on the work provided.

The role will also include teaching PE cover lessons and supporting the PE Faculty when required. You will work closely with the Staff/Cover Manager and teaching staff to ensure continuity of learning and high standards of student behaviour.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising students and ensuring that work set by teachers is completed effectively.
• Managing student behaviour in line with school policies and maintaining a positive classroom environment.
• Taking attendance and maintaining relevant student records using Class Charts.
• Collecting completed work and ensuring it is passed to the appropriate teacher.
• Responding to students' questions about classroom routines and procedures.
• Dealing appropriately with immediate problems or emergencies.
• Providing PE cover lessons and supporting the PE Faculty when required.
• Supporting external cover staff where appropriate
• Following all safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Undertaking administrative duties and other appropriate tasks when not required for cover.
• Contributing to the development of effective systems and strategies that enhance learning during cover lessons.
• Taking responsibility for an additional whole-school responsibility focused on supporting student outcomes or wellbeing.

About You

We are looking for someone who is positive, dependable and well organised, with excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with young people.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience of working in a school environment or with young people.
• Experience of delivering PE or sports activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive and professional approach.
• The ability to work independently and take responsibility for tasks through to completion.
• Good organisational and prioritisation skills.
• A strong work ethic and excellent punctuality.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• A willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing priorities.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and develop positive professional relationships with colleagues.

Previous school experience and PE experience are desirable, but we are particularly interested in applicants who are enthusiastic, communicate well and are open to learning and developing within the role.

Why Join Us?

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will play an important part in maintaining continuity of learning and supporting the wellbeing and achievement of our students.

You will have the opportunity to work across the school, develop your experience of education and make a positive difference to young people's daily experience of school. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and shortlisted candidates will be asked to share any relevant criminal history prior to interview.

The successful applicant will also be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.