Non Qual School Cover Supervisor Roles

Prospero Teaching; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor in Weymouth to manage classrooms during teacher absences. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and be capable of supporting diverse students. Responsibilities include providing instructions, monitoring progress, and maintaining a positive learning environment. This temporary position offers professional development opportunities and is expected to last until the end of the academic year.

Benefits

Free professional development courses

In-house training and development team

Qualifications

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional child-related references covering the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes and maintain a focused atmosphere.
• Provide instructions for work set by absent teachers.
• Uphold behaviour policy and promote a safe learning environment.
• Monitor student progress and assist with tasks.
• Assist with attendance recording and resource distribution.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage classroom behavior effectively

Adaptability across various subjects

Organizational skills

Empathy with diverse students

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a reliable, proactive, and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our team. The Cover Supervisor will be responsible for managing classrooms during teacher absences, ensuring students remain on task with pre-set activities, and maintaining a positive learning environment. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about education and looking to make a meaningful contribution to students' academic progress.

Responsibilities

• Classroom Management: Supervise classes across various subjects in the absence of teaching staff, ensuring a calm and focused atmosphere.
• Deliver Pre-Prepared Work: Provide students with instructions and support for work set by absent teachers, addressing questions and encouraging engagement.
• Behavior Management: Uphold the school's behaviour policy, promoting respect, discipline, and a safe learning environment.
• Student Support: Monitor and support students progress, ensuring they understand tasks and stay on track.
• Administrative Duties: Assist with tasks such as recording attendance, distributing resources, and reporting incidents to relevant staff.
• Professional Development: Participate in training sessions, staff meetings, and development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage classroom behavior effectively.
• Adaptability and confidence to cover a variety of subjects.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Empathy and understanding when working with students of different abilities and backgrounds.

Contract Details

• Location: South Dorset Secondary Schools
• Position: Cover Supervisor
• Type of work: Long Term Supply
• Contract or position start date: ASAP
• Duration / Likely Duration: until end of the academic year
• Contract end date (if applicable): Academic Year
• Contract type: Temporary
• Hours: 8:20 am - 3:15 pm

Eligibility

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child-related references that cover the last 2 years

Other

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:

• Free, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management.
• In-house Training and Development Team