IT Cover Supervisor: Grow Into a Teaching Career

Connex Education; Bryn; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Tottington High School in Greater Manchester, England, is seeking an experienced Cover Supervisor to join on a full-time, long-term basis, primarily delivering IT lessons and supervising students in the absence of the class teacher.

The role may involve covering other subjects as needed; you will maintain student engagement, support completion of work, and uphold safeguarding and school policies. The position offers a pathway to teacher training within the Shaw Education Trust.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school setting as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, or similar role.
• Strong classroom management skills and confidence leading groups of students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine interest in Information Technology.
• Ability to adapt quickly and work across different subject areas.
• An aspiration to train as a teacher, particularly within IT.
• Relevant qualifications relating to education or IT.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned IT lessons and supervise students in the absence of the class teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support students in completing set work and achieving lesson objectives.
• Provide cover across other curriculum subjects when required.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Strong classroom management

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

ICT interest

Adaptability across subjects

Education

Relevant qualifications relating to education or IT

Job description

Tottington High School in Greater Manchester, England, is seeking an experienced Cover Supervisor to join on a full-time, long-term basis, primarily delivering IT lessons and supervising students in the absence of the class teacher.

The role may involve covering other subjects as needed; you will maintain student engagement, support completion of work, and uphold safeguarding and school policies. The position offers a pathway to teacher training within the Shaw Education Trust.