Youth & Classroom Cover Specialist

Academics; Parkgate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics, a reputable education recruitment agency, is seeking an adaptable Youth & Classroom Cover Specialist for flexible daily cover, short-term, and long-term opportunities at supportive secondary schools across The Wirral. Ideal for Youth Workers, Sports Coaches, Drama Instructors, Graduates, or experienced Cover Supervisors who excel at engaging young people and managing classroom behaviour.

The role offers ultimate flexibility with full-time or part-time days, competitive daily pay, and

Qualifications

• Experience with youth aged 11-16 in youth clubs, coaching, mentoring or classroom support.
• Key skills: high emotional intelligence, confident in managing groups, strong communication, and de-escalation.
• Adaptability to work in different secondary school environments across The Wirral.
• Enhanced DBS via Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in secondary classrooms and ensure work is completed.
• Use engagement strategies to keep students focused and on task.
• Support inclusion and assist students of varying abilities and backgrounds.

Job description

Youth & Classroom Cover Specialist - The Wirral - September Start

Academics, a reputable education recruitment agency, is seeking an adaptable, confident, and resilient Youth & Classroom Cover Specialist for flexible daily cover, short-term, and long-term opportunities at supportive secondary schools across The Wirral.

This role is ideal for Youth Workers, Sports Coaches, Drama Instructors, Graduates, or experienced Cover Supervisors who excel at engaging young people. If you have a background in youth work, behavior support, or mentoring, this is a rewarding opportunity to bring your skills into the secondary classroom environment-managing classroom behavior, supporting learning, and serving as a positive role model.

Role Overview

Classroom Delivery: Step into secondary classrooms across The Wirral to supervise pupils, ensure work set by the absent teacher is completed, and maintain order.

Youth Engagement: Use active listening, de-escalation, and positive behavior strategies to build rapport with young people and keep them focused on task.

Flexibility: Work on your terms-choose between daily supply shifts or structured block placements that fit your availability.

Inclusion & Support: Support students of varying abilities and backgrounds, creating an encouraging environment where everyone can learn.

Requirements

Experience: Strong background working with young people (aged 11-16) in settings such as youth clubs, sports coaching, mentoring, behavior support, or classroom assistance.

Key Skills: High emotional intelligence, confidence managing group dynamics, strong communication, and excellent de-escalation skills.

Adaptability: Ability to step into different secondary school environments across The Wirral with energy and resilience.

Compliance: An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).

Why Join Academics?

Ultimate Flexibility: Choose full-time or part-time days that fit your personal schedule.

Competitive Pay: Earn competitive daily rates paid weekly via a simple online system.

Career Progression: Gain invaluable secondary school experience, ideal for those considering a future teaching qualification (PGCE/SCITT).

Local Support: Dedicated guidance from a local consultant team throughout your placements.

Academics is committed to safeguarding children. All candidates must pass enhanced background checks.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.

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