Cover Supervisor – Durham Milk Education are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring and skilled Cover supervisor to work in one of our partner Secondary Schools in Durham. You will need to be experienced, flexible, energetic and enthusiastic about working with children. As a Cover Supervisor, you will be vital in ensuring the seamless continuation of lessons when teaching staff are absent. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience, enhance their skills in education, and make a positive impact on the academic progress and well-being of students. You will work closely with students and support staff, maintaining a positive and structured learning environment while ensuring that the lesson plans set by the absent teachers are effectively followed. If you are up for a challenge, like to have fun and really want to help make a difference, then Milk Education might have the role for you! Cover Supervisor responsibilities The key responsibilities of a Cover Supervisor in secondary schools are:
* Classroom Supervision: Oversee students during lessons when their regular teacher is absent, ensuring they remain focused and complete assigned tasks.
* Discipline Management: Ensure students adhere to the school’s behaviour policies and handle any disruptive actions in the classroom.
* Learning Support: Assist students with completing assigned tasks, providing guidance to ensure understanding without introducing new material.
* Tracking Engagement and Progress: Monitor students' participation in the lesson, confirm task completion, and address any challenges they may face.
* Feedback and Reporting: Communicate to the absent teacher about student behaviour, task completion, and any concerns or incidents that arise.
* Safeguarding and Student Welfare: Prioritize student safety and well-being by following safeguarding protocols and offering support when necessary.
* Classroom Organisation: Prepare and organise the classroom for the next session, ensuring it is neat and ready for use.
* Compliance with School Policies: Adhere to all applicable school policies, including those related to health and safety, attendance, and safeguarding.
Cover Supervisor key accountabilities The key responsibilities of a Cover Supervisor in secondary schools are:
* Classroom Oversight: Ensure students stay focused, behave appropriately, and follow school rules throughout the lesson.
* Task Completion: Make sure students finish the work assigned by the absent teacher, providing clarification on instructions as needed.
* Student Support: Prioritise the well-being of students, offering assistance when necessary and referring to pastoral staff if concerns arise.
* Behavioural Oversight: Address any disruptive behaviour swiftly and in accordance with the school’s behaviour policies, fostering a positive learning atmosphere.
* Communication with Absent Teacher: Provide the absent teacher with detailed feedback on student engagement, progress, and any challenges encountered during the lesson.
* Policy Compliance: Adhere to all relevant school policies, including those related to safeguarding, health and safety, and attendance procedures.
* Resource Organisation: Ensure the classroom is properly prepared for the lesson and that resources are organised and utilised effectively.
* Record Maintenance: Keep track of student attendance and document any significant incidents or issues that occur during the lesson.
The Milk Difference: We are an environmentally-friendly education supply agency providing quality talent to local schools across the North East. Milk Education brings a fresh approach with traditional values to the Education Recruitment Sector. Why choose Milk? Milk Education are an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency, driven to make a change. With a mission to be the MOST REWARDING agency to work both with and for. Benefits to YOU: â Excellent rates of pay â Wellbeing support â Free Lesson Plans â 24/7 access to your personal consultant â Training support sessions And so much more! Click ‘apply now’ or get in touch with me for more info