Cover Supervisor

TN United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to inspire and manage students in Colchester. This role is perfect for someone passionate about education and supporting young minds. You will oversee classes, ensuring students remain engaged and focused while following lesson plans. With a commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare, you will create a positive learning environment. This opportunity offers competitive pay and access to professional development resources, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on young lives while advancing your career.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to CPD training library

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational or supportive environment with children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Maintain classroom discipline and support students' learning needs.
• Assist with administrative duties and inspire students.

Skills

Communication Skills

Classroom Management

Adaptability

Problem-Solving

Patience

Education

Experience working with children

Job description

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Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role in education?

Do you have a natural ability to lead and inspire young minds? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We have schools in Colchester that are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated cover supervisor to join their welcoming team.

The Role:

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing classes of students in the absence of their regular teacher, ensuring that the students remain on task and focused while following pre-prepared lesson plans. You will play an important role in maintaining classroom discipline and supporting students' learning needs, ensuring they are engaged in their studies in a productive and positive manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage students during lessons in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Ensure that students follow instructions and engage with the lesson material.
• Maintain classroom discipline and manage behaviour in accordance with school policies.
• Provide support to students with additional learning needs.
• Report any issues or concerns regarding students' behaviour or progress to the relevant teaching staff.
• Assist with administrative duties such as taking registers and assisting with resources.
• Inspire the students to reach their full potential.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

We are looking for someone who is confident, reliable, and passionate about supporting young people. The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people ideally in an educational or supportive environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting student success.
• The ability to adapt to different learning styles and support students with a range of abilities

What We Offer:

- Competitive pay rates

- Access to CPD training library with over £8000 worth of courses, at GSL we support your professional development!

- A supportive and collaborative work environment

- Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement

- An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that

successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.