Cover Supervisor

An outstanding secondary school in Reading is seeking a dedicated and proactive part-time Cover Supervisor to join their permanent staff team from September 2024. This prestigious institution is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment.

Position: Part-Time Cover Supervisor
Location: Reading
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on experience
Start Date: September 2024
Contract Type: Permanent

As a Cover Supervisor, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards of education by supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher. The role involves ensuring that students remain on task and that the lesson objectives are met while providing a positive and structured classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students are engaged and on task.
• Follow the lesson plans provided by the absent teacher and ensure that learning objectives are met.
• Maintain high standards of discipline and classroom management in line with school policies.
• Provide support to students with varying needs, ensuring an inclusive environment for all learners.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and school leaders to uphold the school's ethos and contribute to its success.
• Monitor and report on student progress and behavior to relevant staff members.

Requirements:

• Experience working with secondary school students, ideally in a supervisory or teaching assistant role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A proactive approach and the ability to adapt to varying classroom environments and subject areas.
• A clear understanding of safeguarding policies and practices within an educational setting.
• Relevant qualifications such as a degree or equivalent experience in education or a related field are desirable.
• Flexibility to work part-time hours, including availability to cover a range of subjects and classes.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Demonstrate a passion for education and a commitment to supporting student learning.
• Exhibit strong classroom management skills and maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
• Be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Show initiative and be adaptable to different teaching scenarios and challenges.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a high-performing school and make a positive impact on students' educational experiences. If you meet the above requirements and are excited about the possibility of joining this outstanding school, please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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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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