English Graduate - Cover Supervisor Location: Burntwood (Staffordshire) Hours: Day To Day/ 8.30am – 3.30am Pay: £85 - £90 Are you a passionate English graduate looking to inspire the next generation of learners?
Do you have a strong desire to make a difference in the classroom and gain invaluable experience in education?
If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
We are seeking a reliable and confident Cover Supervisor to join our secondary school team in Burntwood (Staffordshire).
This role requires you to provide cover for teacher absences, including sickness and other leave, ensuring students remain engaged with pre-set work in a well-managed classroom environment. If you have strong organisational skills, excellent classroom management abilities, and enjoy working with young people, we'd love to hear from you.
This role is on a day-to-day basis (Monday – Friday), due to the nature of the role you may receive a call on the day of work between 7am – 7:30am or a notice of a day before.
Key Responsibilities of a Cover Supervisor: Oversee and manage a classroom in the absence of a regular teacher Ensure students remain on task and follow the provided lesson plan Distribute and explain pre-prepared lesson materials and instructions to students.
Monitor progress and provide feedback to the relevant teacher or department.
Manage any disruptions effectively and report concerns to senior staff.
Maintain classroom discipline and ensure a positive learning environment.
Provide support to students, helping them engage with the curriculum.
Collaborate with teachers and staff to enhance the overall learning experience.
Key Requirements of a Cover Supervisor: Teaching Assistant Level 2 or equivalent A sincere passion for working with children The ability to build strong, comfort-based relationships with students.
Good knowledge on general subjects Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Resilience and adaptability to deal with a variety of emotional and behavioural challenges.
Will have a Clear Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce/ Child and Adult Workforce) registered to the Update Service.
– If you don't already have a DBS, we can help you apply for one.
What We Offer: A supportive and dynamic school community.
Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
Hands-on classroom experience – ideal for those considering a career in teaching.
The chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
All successful candidates will be required to undergo thorough background checks, including a DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
For more information or to register your interest in "Cover Supervisor" role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.
Please do not hesitate to contact Sharan on 07950730581 or email: sharan.virdeegsleducation