Secondary Cover Supervisor – Training Provided!

DO YOU COME FROM ANY OF THESE BACKGROUNDS?

YOUTH WORKER, CHILDRENS RESIDENTIAL WORKER, SOCIAL WORKER, NHS, ARMED FORCES, SPORTS COACH, DANCE TEACHER, MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, SUPPORT WORK, TEACHING ASSISTANT, BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!!!

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic, and professional Cover Supervisor to join a dynamic secondary school team in The Wirral. As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring that students’ learning continues in the absence of their regular class teacher. You will be responsible for managing classrooms, supporting students’ educational needs, and maintaining a positive learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a school community while gaining valuable experience in education.

Various locations with opportunity: The Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Chester

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise Classes: Oversee and manage classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring that students remain on task and follow the lesson plan provided by the teacher.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a positive and productive classroom environment, addressing any behavioral issues in line with school policies and ensuring students’ well-being and safety.
• Support Student Engagement: Encourage students to stay focused and engaged with the learning activities, providing guidance where necessary to ensure tasks are completed to the best of their ability.
• Set Expectations: Ensure students understand the work that has been set and the expectations for behavior, providing clear instructions and supporting students in their tasks.
• Assist with Learning: Provide additional support to students when needed, offering help with tasks and ensuring students with special educational needs (SEN) are included and supported where possible.
• Record Keeping: Take attendance and report any issues with behavior, attendance, or safeguarding to the appropriate staff members.
• Team Collaboration: Work with teachers and other staff to ensure that the lesson plans are adhered to and that the needs of the students are met.
• Supervise Non-Teaching Duties: In addition to supervising lessons, you may be asked to cover other non-teaching duties such as break and lunch supervision or supporting extra-curricular activities.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous experience working with young people, preferably in a school setting, is desirable but not essential. Experience in managing groups of students is a plus.
• Qualifications: A minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent) is required. Further qualifications in education or teaching assistance (such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) would be advantageous.
• Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage and engage students.
• Knowledge: Understanding of classroom management techniques and the ability to follow instructions and lesson plans effectively.
• Personal Attributes: A calm, professional demeanor with the ability to adapt to different situations. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Safeguarding: A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. A valid DBS check will be required for this role.

How to Apply:

• If you are a passionate about education and looking for exciting opportunities,apply today on:

phone: 01244 888266

email: jessica.doak@milk-education.co.uk