School Cover Supervisor - Rainham

Randstad Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in London is looking for a confident and experienced Cover Supervisor. The role involves supervising students in the absence of the teacher, supporting their learning, and ensuring a positive classroom environment. Applicants should have experience covering Key Stage 3 or 4 classes and possess strong classroom management skills. This position offers unique benefits, including application support and a generous referral scheme.

Benefits

Support with school application and DBS

Dedicated consultant for support

Free career advice and CV support

£300 referral scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting or covering Key Stage 3 or 4 classes is preferred.
• Able to follow a prepared lesson plan and engage students effectively.
• Must hold or be willing to process an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students while carrying out pre-prepared work.
• Provide instructions for the lesson as given by the teacher.
• Encourage student interaction and engagement.

Skills

Strong behaviour management

Classroom management skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Proven initiative

Education

Eligibility to work in the UK

Enhanced DBS (or be willing to obtain)

Recent references

Experience covering Key Stage 3 or 4

Job description

School Cover Supervisor

Have you got experience covering a KS3 or KS4 class?

Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your career as a Cover Supervisor?

Do you have a strong understanding of behaviour and classroom management?

Then, I encourage you to apply now!

Randstad Education is currently recruiting for a confident and experienced Cover Supervisor to cover in the absence of the class teacher for a school.

The ideal candidate for this Cover Supervisor is someone who has previous experience supporting / covering Key Stage 3 or 4 classes, is confident and comfortable following a prepared plan including activities for students.

About this school

This is a large, friendly and creative school in Rainham. It is a supportive and happy school where personal development is at the centre of everything they do, and a school where your passion and ideas will be welcomed enthusiastically.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of students while carrying out pre-prepared work and work that has been set in accordance with the school policy
• To provide instructions for the lesson as provided by the teacher and respond to students' questions regarding processes and procedures
• Provide feedback to teaching staff in relation to students in lessons covered
• Encourage students to interact and work cooperatively with others and engage all students in activities
• Displaying and promoting high expectation from all students
• Support students consistently, recognising and responding to their individual needs
• Provide feedback to students in relation to progress and achievement
• Organise and manage appropriate learning environment and resources

Benefits

• Support with school application support and DBS
• A dedicated and friendly consultant who will provide ongoing support
• Free career advice and CV writing support
• A generous "Refer a Friend" scheme which allows the chance to earn £300 in Love2Shop vouchers per friend, after a qualifying period (T&Cs apply)!

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is not essential
• Eligibility to work in the UK is ESSENTIAL (sponsorship is not available with this role)
• 2 recent relevant references
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to process one through Randstad)
• Previous experience covering a Key Stage 3 or 4 classroom
• Strong behaviour management and classroom management skills
• Proven ability to work on own initiative and make decisions
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with all stakeholders

Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment.

How to Apply

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