training and education
E-learning modules
General Cover
£90 - £95 per day
Huntingdon
Are you a reliable, highly organised, and engaging individual looking for flexible and meaningful work within primary and secondary schools in the Huntingdon area?
Do you possess the authority and confidence to effectively supervise student behaviour and ensure high productivity across various subjects during planned or unexpected teacher absences?
We are seeking reliable and motivated Cover Supervisors available for immediate commencement on both short-term supply and potential longer-term temporary contracts.
If you are ready to be an essential part of educational continuity and thrive in a varied, fast-paced school environment, we encourage you to apply today!
The Role :We have continuous opportunities for professional and dependable General Cover Supervisors to join our dedicated team, supporting a range of partnership schools across the Huntingdon region on a supply or temporary contract basis.
This position is vital for maintaining the operational flow of our schools. Your core responsibility involves managing the classroom while supervising the completion of pre-set assignments left by the absent teacher. Success in this role hinges on your ability to enforce school policies, maintain strong discipline, and encourage students to stay focused and productive. This offers an excellent pathway to gain diverse experience within the local education sector.
Core Responsibilities- Supervise groups of students across different age groups (primarily KS3-KS5), delivering clear instructions for the pre-planned cover work.
- Proactively manage the learning environment, applying behaviour management strategies consistently and ensuring a focused, respectful atmosphere.
- Monitor students' engagement and progress throughout the lesson, encouraging them to work diligently on the provided tasks.
- Handle general classroom administration, including registration and managing resources.
- Provide accurate and detailed feedback to the relevant teacher or department head regarding the lesson and any specific issues encountered.
- Ensure strict adherence to all school-specific safeguarding and health and safety requirements.
- Relevant experience working with young people in a supervisory capacity (e.g., in a school, college, tutoring, or youth organisation) is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrable confidence in controlling and managing a diverse classroom setting independently.
- High levels of professional reliability, flexibility, and punctuality.
- Excellent verbal communication skills and a firm, clear, and positive approach to student interaction.
- Must hold a valid Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or be prepared to process an application immediately).
- A consistent and competitive daily rate of £120 - £150.
- Flexible work patterns allowing you to choose assignments that fit your schedule in the Huntingdon area.
- Opportunities to gain broad and valuable experience across different school cultures and subjects.
- A crucial role that provides direct operational support to local education.
- Access to our generous £300 Refer A Friend Scheme.
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.
We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.
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