Cover Supervisors Needed in Ellesmere Port Secondary Schools
We are seeking proactive and reliable Cover Supervisors to join our secondary schools in Ellesmere Port. This is an essential role where you will be instrumental in ensuring educational continuity and a positive learning atmosphere for our students.
This position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable experience in a secondary school setting, making it ideal for aspiring teachers, experienced teaching assistants, or professionals looking for a rewarding role working with young people.
Daily Pay Rate: £90 to £95 per day
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Location: Ellesmere Port- CH65
A Cover Supervisor plays a key, non-teaching role by managing whole classes when the regular teacher is absent for short periods. You will be provided with all lesson materials and your primary responsibilities are classroom management, behaviour enforcement, and ensuring students stay focused on the work set.
Main Duties:
As a Cover Supervisor, you are crucial in facilitating student learning during a teacher's planned or unplanned absence. Your duties involve:
- Delivering and monitoring work set by the absent subject teacher, ensuring all students are engaged and productive.
- Establishing and sustaining a professional and orderly atmosphere conducive to learning, following school protocols.
- Providing guidance and direction to students regarding the assignment's process and expected outcome.
- Being vigilant regarding student well-being and following school procedures for any pastoral or safeguarding concerns.
- Managing class lists, marking attendance, and collecting completed assignments at the end of the lesson.
- Documenting and relaying any significant events, issues, or feedback on student progress to the appropriate teacher or leadership team.
Skills You Will Need:
- Exceptional Communication Skills: The ability to clearly convey instructions to students and communicate effectively with staff.
- Confidence & Authority: The presence to manage a classroom of secondary school students effectively.
- Adaptability & Flexibility: Readiness to cover a variety of subjects across different year groups, sometimes at short notice.
- Strong Behaviour Management: The skill to manage challenging behaviour calmly and consistently in line with school policy.
- Patience & Empathy: A genuine enjoyment of working with young people and the ability to handle situations with understanding.
- Organisational Skills: The ability to manage time efficiently and handle administrative tasks accurately.
Our Benefits:
- Competitive pay rates.
- Potential temporary to permanent roles.
- Access to ongoing free Continuous Professional Development (CPD) training.
- Our network of local offices means you get access to opportunities specific to your area, ensuring a shorter commute.
- You can choose roles that fit your lifestyle, including day-to-day supply teaching, which offers flexibility and a better work-life balance
- Earn up to £300 in shopping vouchers through our 'Refer a Friend' scheme(T&C apply).
To apply, send your CV now to jyothika.yamini@randstad.co.uk or contact us on 0151 255 1666 and we would love to speak to you!
