Cover Supervisor

Job Title: Cover Supervisor 

Location: Barnsley

Start Date: ASAP 

Salary: £95-£110 per day (Depending on experience) 

Are you looking for the freedom of flexible working? 

Are you a people person who has a knowledgeable background with challenging behaviour? 

Do you have experience in mentoring, tutoring, teaching, or education? 

Due to increased demand within Barnsley, TeacherActive is currently recruiting a passionate Cover Supervisor to work in one of our Secondary Schools. We are looking for a Cover Supervisor who is confident covering and managing a classroom while a teacher is off on a short-term absence. The successful Cover Supervisor will cover a range of lessons using cover work that has been set by the teacher, setting high expectations to motivate students whilst managing challenging behaviour effectively and creating a positive learning environment

Our amazing Cover Supervisor will be someone who: 

Is highly organised 

Has a strong character 

Has brilliant attention to detail 

Has excellent communication skills  

Is flexible 

Is patient 

Loves working with young people 

Can work well as part of a team  

The responsibilities of a Cover Supervisor include but are not limited to: 

Covering pre-planned lessons across a multitude of subjects 

Managing the classroom and supervising pupils 

Helping pupils carry out pre-arranged tasks and exercises set out by the teacher 

Responding to pupil’s questions and helping with their set work 

Collecting all completed work at the end of the class to be passed on to the teacher 

Reporting back to the teacher or staff about the behaviour of the class and work carried out according to the school’s procedure and processes 

Dealing with any immediate issues such as emergencies in complete accordance with the school’s procedures and policies 

In return, the successful teacher will receive/have access to: 

A team of dedicated consultants ready to answer any questions and assist you with an easy onboarding process 

TeacherActive referral scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and conditions apply* 

Market leading rates of pay  

CPD Courses as part of the My-Progression channel 

Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply* 

Possible qualificationsrequired are Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools, Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, or Level 3 Certificate in Cover Supervision of Pupils in Schools. These are desired but not essential. 

If you believe you are the right fit for the role please contact David Hague on (phone number removed) or (url removed).  

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services