Cover Supervisor – Full-Time Opportunity – Aston, City of Birmingham

Job Description

Cover Supervisor – Full-Time Opportunity – Aston

School Type
Mainstream Secondary School

Age Range of Pupils
11 to 16 Years

Location
Aston, Birmingham – B6

Contract Type
Full-time, Monday to Friday (ONLY APPLY IF LOOKING FOR FULL-TIME WORK)
8:30am – 3:30pm
Term-time only

Long-term opportunity with the potential to become a permanent member of school staff following a successful placement and the required transfer period.

Pay
£100 – £130 per day
£500 – £650 per week
Weekly pay

Job Purpose

We are currently seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to join a welcoming secondary school in Aston.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and is looking to build a rewarding career within education.

You will be responsible for supervising classes during teacher absence, ensuring pupils remain engaged in learning and complete the work provided. The role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to gain valuable secondary school experience.

This position could be particularly suitable for graduates, Teaching Assistants, Learning Mentors, Sports Coaches, Youth Workers and individuals considering a future career in teaching.

For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity to apply for a permanent position directly with the school following a successful placement and the required transfer period.

Key Responsibilities – Classroom Supervision

• Supervise classes during teacher absence
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities
• Ensure pupils remain on task and engaged
• Manage classroom behaviour positively and consistently
• Follow school behaviour and safeguarding procedures
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
• Build professional relationships with pupils
• Support a positive learning environment
• Work across different subjects and year groups
• Support the wider school team where required

Person Requirements

Previous experience working with children or young people is essential.

Relevant experience may include:

• Cover Supervision
• Teaching Assistant work
• Learning Mentoring
• Behaviour Mentoring
• Youth Work
• Sports Coaching
• Care Work
• Support Work
• Tutoring
• Children’s Services
• Residential Support

Applicants should also have:

• Confidence leading groups of young people
• Good communication skills
• Ability to manage behaviour positively
• Professional and reliable approach
• Strong organisational skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Two satisfactory references

Qualifications

A degree would be advantageous but is not essential.

Relevant experience working with children or young people is essential.

Applications Welcomed From

• Cover Supervisor
• Graduate Cover Supervisor
• Unqualified Teacher
• Teaching Assistant
• Learning Mentor
• Behaviour Mentor
• Youth Worker
• Sports Coach
• Support Worker
• Tutor
• Pastoral Support Worker

Relevant Experience & Search Terms

Cover Supervisor, Cover Teacher, Unqualified Teacher, Graduate Cover Supervisor, Secondary School, Classroom Supervisor, Behaviour Management, Classroom Management, KS3, KS4, Education, Learning Mentor, Behaviour Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, Tutor, Student Support, School Support, Alternative Provision, Education Careers, Aspiring Teacher, Secondary Education.

What New Directions Education Ltd Offers

• Dedicated education consultant support
• Competitive weekly pay
• Consistent full-time opportunities
• Long-term role offering stability and continuity
• Opportunity to apply for permanent school positions following a successful placement and required transfer period
• Ongoing support and development
• Valuable classroom experience
• Excellent stepping stone towards teacher training and teaching careers
• Recommend a friend and receive £150 once they complete 10 days of work
• Referral bonuses available to both new and existing candidates
• Excellent reputation within education recruitment

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.