Cover Supervisor

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a confident Cover Supervisor to join its supportive team. This role is ideal for individuals aspiring to a teaching career, providing an opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience. As a Cover Supervisor, you will oversee classes during teacher absences, ensuring a calm and focused environment while delivering pre-set work. The position offers flexibility across various schools and the chance for long-term roles, making it perfect for graduates and experienced professionals alike. Join a nurturing environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on students' learning journeys.

Benefits

Flexible work across a range of schools

Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles

Supportive school environments and mentoring

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English required.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lessons across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Deliver and manage pre-prepared lesson plans left by the class teacher.
• Maintain classroom behaviour and ensure students stay on task.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English

Job description

We are seeking a confident and reliableCover Supervisorto join our supportive school team. This role is perfect for individuals looking to gain classroom experience, especially those considering a career in teaching. As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise whole classes during teacher absences, delivering pre-set work and ensuring a calm, focused learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Supervise lessons across a range of subjects and year groups (Key Stages 3 & 4)

  
  


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  Deliver and manage pre-prepared lesson plans left by the class teacher

  
  


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  Maintain classroom behaviour and ensure students stay on task

  
  


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  Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress and conduct

  
  


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  Support with other school duties as required, including registration and break/lunch cover

  
  

Candidate Requirements:

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  Minimum of 5 GCSEs (including Maths and English)

  
  


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  Previous experience working with young people (e.g. in a school, coaching, tutoring, youth work)

  
  


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  Strong communication and classroom management skills

  
  


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  Confidence to lead a class and follow school procedures

  
  


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  Ability to adapt and remain calm under pressure

  
  


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  A DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)

  
  

Ideal For:

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  Graduates considering a career in teaching

  
  


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  Experienced cover supervisors or teaching assistants

  
  


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  Individuals looking for flexible work within education

  
  

What We Offer:

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  Flexible work across a range of schools

  
  


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  Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles

  
  


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  Supportive school environments and mentoring