Cover Supervisor
Full Time
Fareham
January start
A fantastic opportunity has arisen at a secondary school in Fareham for an experienced cover supervisor to join their team. This full-time position will begin in January and run until the end of February, with the potential for a permanent role for the right candidate. If you are passionate about education and have the skills to manage a classroom effectively, this could be the perfect role for you.
This secondary school is a thriving mixed academy for students aged 11 to 16. The school is dedicated to fostering both academic achievement and personal development, guided by core values of resilience, aspiration, and kindness.
The institution's motto, "Unlocking Potential, Creating Opportunity," reflects its ambition for every student. It prides itself on being a 'Good' school with "Outstanding" features, committed to inclusive learning that meets the diverse needs of its students.
The school offers a vibrant culture and a broad, balanced curriculum, ensuring that all children are valued as individuals and empowered to thrive both academically and personally.
As a cover supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity in pupil's education by supervising classes during teacher absences. Working with a variety of year groups and subjects, you will manage classroom behaviour, support pupils in completing pre-set work, and ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
Key responsibilities:
- Delivering pre-prepared lesson plans in the absence of the class teacher.
- Managing classroom behaviour in line with the school’s policies.
- Supporting pupils to complete their work and stay on task.
- Liaising with teaching staff to ensure a seamless transition of lessons.
- Providing feedback on lesson outcomes to the relevant teacher or department.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience working in UK secondary schools, preferably as a cover supervisor or in a similar role.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
- The ability to manage classrooms effectively and adapt to different age groups and subjects.
- A proactive and flexible approach to handling various challenges in the school day.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Gain valuable experience across a range of subjects and age groups.
- Potential for a permanent role within a forward-thinking school.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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