Are you a natural leader with a passion for education?
Do you have the ability to inspire and motivate young minds?
Can you command a classroom with confidence and a positive presence?
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join a well-regarded secondary school in Leeds on a full-time basis, with an immediate start. The Cover Supervisor plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth continuity of education during short-term teacher absences. This is not a teaching role; your primary focus will be on managing the classroom and ensuring students remain on task with the pre-prepared work set by the absent teacher. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable classroom experience and become an integral part of the school's daily life.
About the School
This is a dynamic and welcoming secondary school located in the vibrant city of Leeds. The school prides itself on its strong community and supportive environment, where staff and students are encouraged to thrive. It offers a modern and well-resourced learning environment, committed to academic excellence and personal growth. The school is highly inclusive and has a strong focus on student well-being and positive behaviour, making it an excellent place to develop your skills as a Cover Supervisor.
Requirements
... - Previous experience working with young people in an educational or similar setting.
- A strong understanding of classroom management techniques.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one)
Skills
- Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and non-verbal communication skills to convey instructions clearly and build rapport with students and staff.
- Classroom Management: Proven ability to apply effective behaviour management strategies to maintain a purposeful learning environment.
- Adaptability: The flexibility to step into different subjects and year groups at short notice and adjust to varying classroom dynamics.
- Resilience: The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure and in challenging situations.
- Confidence: A strong and authoritative presence to command the respect of the class and ensure students stay on task.
- Empathy: The capacity to understand and respond to the diverse needs and backgrounds of students.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively managing the behaviour of pupils in accordance with the school's policies to ensure a positive and productive learning environment.
- Ensuring that students are engaged with and completing the pre-prepared lesson plans and exercises.
- Encouraging the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom, ensuring everyone has equal access to learning opportunities.
- Answering student questions about processes and procedures, and providing general guidance to keep them on track.
- Dealing with any immediate problems or emergencies that may arise in the classroom, following the school's established protocols.
- Providing objective and accurate feedback to the returning teacher on the conduct of the lesson and any issues that arose.
- Being aware of and complying with all school policies and procedures, with a particular focus on safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality.
- Gathering any completed work at the end of the lesson and returning it to the appropriate teacher.
- Acting as a positive role model and setting high expectations for student conduct and work ethic.
- Establishing constructive relationships and communicating effectively with other staff members, including teachers and teaching assistants.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a Cover Supervisor. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.
