As a Cover Supervisor, you will focus entirely on controlling the classroom environment and ensuring students are diligently working on their assigned tasks. Success depends on your ability to quickly establish respect and manage student conduct across various subjects.

Main Duties:

As a Cover Supervisor, you are crucial in facilitating student learning during a teacher's planned or unplanned absence. Your duties involve:

• Lesson Oversight: Delivering and monitoring work set by the absent subject teacher, ensuring all students are engaged and productive.
• Positive Learning Climate: Establishing and sustaining a professional and orderly atmosphere conducive to learning, following school protocols.
• Student Support: Providing guidance and direction to students regarding the assignment's process and expected outcome.
• Safeguarding & Welfare: Being vigilant regarding student well-being and following school procedures for any pastoral or safeguarding concerns.
• Timely Administration: Managing class lists, marking attendance, and collecting completed assignments at the end of the lesson.
• Clear Reporting: 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!