As a Cover Supervisor, your function is critical: you are the leader who ensures structure and learning continue when a teacher is absent. You will effectively manage large groups of secondary students, delivering pre-prepared lesson materials and ensuring strict adherence to the school's behaviour policy across all subjects.

Main Duties:

• Explain and clarify the pre-prepared tasks and instructions left by the absent teacher.
• Actively supervise students to keep them focused on the task and support independent learning.
• Manage classroom dynamics effectively, dealing with minor behavioural issues according to school policy.
• Ensure student safety and respond to immediate welfare needs, following safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain accurate registers and note any issues or incidents for the returning teacher.
• Collect completed work and materials at the end of the lesson and secure the classroom.

Skills You Will Need:

• Strong Classroom Presence: The ability to immediately command respect and attention from a group of teenagers.
• Behaviour Management: Skill in applying rules consistently and using positive reinforcement.
• Impartiality & Composure: Ability to handle disruption fairly and remain calm under pressure.
• Clear Communication: Excellent verbal skills for giving directions and maintaining control.
• Adaptability: Readiness to cover any subject and quickly grasp lesson objectives.
• Professional Reliability: Commitment to punctuality, confidentiality, and high standards of conduct.

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!