Cover Supervisor

Job Title:  Cover Supervisor
Location: Harpenden
Start Date: January 2025 or ASAP 
Contract Type: Full-Time  
Salary: In line with MPS/UPS 

About the school 

The school in Harpenden is a respected independent school that offers a high-quality education for students aged 3 to 18. Known for its strong academic reputation, the school provides a supportive and inclusive environment where students can excel in both their studies and extracurricular activities. The school emphasizes personal development, offering a broad curriculum that includes a wide range of subjects and a focus on sports, arts, and leadership. With a commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals, the school fosters a sense of community and encourages students to reach their full potential.

About the local area

Harpenden is a charming town located in Hertfordshire, England, known for its picturesque surroundings and excellent quality of life. Situated about 30 miles north of London, it offers a blend of rural tranquility and urban convenience, making it a popular place for commuters. The town features beautiful parks, green spaces, and historic buildings, including the iconic Harpenden Common. It is home to a range of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, creating a vibrant community atmosphere. Harpenden is also well-regarded for its high-quality schools, making it an attractive location for families.

About the role

A Cover Supervisor in a school is responsible for overseeing and managing classes in the absence of the regular teacher. Their role involves ensuring students remain on task with the work set by the teacher, maintaining classroom discipline, and providing support to students as needed. They may also help with administrative tasks, assist with student behavior management, and ensure a safe and productive learning environment. While Cover Supervisors do not typically teach new content, they play an important role in keeping lessons running smoothly and supporting the overall functioning of the school.

Am I suitable?
The successful candidate for the Teacher of English position will have to have:
-  Degree or Higher in relevant field 
-  At least 1 year teaching experience to Secondary age pupils 
-  Unqualified Teacher applications will be considered if the candidate can showcase a vast experience of teaching GCSE and/or A Level English 

About Teaching Personnel 
Teaching Personnel is the UK’s largest recruitment agency for education staff and are currently supporting schools across St Albans with their staffing needs. We have variety of vacancies across St Albans and the surrounding areas for a variety of subjects including English. At Teaching Personnel, we are looking for engaging, encouraging, and excellent staff that would be an asset to our fantastic partner schools. 

Why work with Teaching Personnel? 
• Teaching Personnel is renowned for its commitment to supporting educators in finding fulfilling roles that match their skills and preferences. 
• Be the first to hear about a wide range of teaching positions across various educational settings, from primary to secondary schools and special educational needs (SEN) institutions. 
• Opportunities for personal professional growth and development through our CPD Academy 
• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing guidance and assistance from dedicated consultants who are passionate about helping staff succeed in their teaching careers with a personalised 

Application
Send an up to date CV to Hannah on Hannah.mcmillan@teachingpersonnel.com  - It’s as simple as that!

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