Job description
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460 - £650 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: Immediate Start
Would you enjoy the opportunity to lead a classroom, work with different age groups and help keep students on track with their learning? A secondary school in Doncaster is looking for a capable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to support its teaching team with an immediate start.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will step in when teachers are unavailable, taking charge of the classroom and making sure students complete the lessons and activities provided. You will work with a variety of classes and subjects, so being adaptable and confident in managing different groups of students will be important. The role offers a valuable opportunity to build your experience in education while making a practical contribution to students' everyday learning.
About the School:
The school aims to provide a positive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to take an active interest in their education. There is a strong emphasis on respectful relationships, consistent classroom expectations and teamwork, with staff working together to support pupils' progress and wellbeing.
Responsibilities:
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Supervise lessons across different subjects and year groups in the absence of teaching staff.
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Introduce pre-prepared work and make sure students understand the tasks.
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Maintain classroom discipline and address low-level disruption.
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Encourage students to stay focused and complete their assigned work.
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Adapt to different classroom settings and the needs of individual groups.
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Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson progress and any behavioural concerns.
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Follow school procedures to maintain a safe and orderly classroom.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Confidence in supervising groups and managing classroom behaviour.
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Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills.
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Ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing situations.
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A patient, organised and approachable manner.
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A genuine interest in education and supporting young people's development.
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Previous experience in a school environment is advantageous.
To work with GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK.
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
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Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.
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 certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can put your communication and classroom management skills to good use, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Paul Zivkovic at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.