Cover Supervisor (Unqualified Teacher)
Are you ready to embark on a career in education and gain valuable classroom experience? Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Cover Supervisor to support a secondary school in Glossop. This role is ideal for graduates or those considering a teaching career, offering a unique opportunity to work in the classroom without formal teaching qualifications. As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain focused, engaged, and supported in a positive learning environment.
Responsibilities include:
Delivering pre-prepared lesson plans and instructions to the class
Supervising students during lessons, managing behaviour, and maintaining a constructive atmosphere
Assisting students with their work as needed, providing guidance to keep them on task
Collaborating with teaching staff to ensure each lesson’s objectives are met
This role provides an excellent foundation in classroom management, where you’ll work closely with teachers, support staff, and students. You’ll develop skills in behaviour management, lesson delivery, and supporting diverse learners—a valuable stepping stone for anyone considering a future career in teaching. Experience working with young people in schools, youth programs, or similar settings will be beneficial in this role.
Teaching Personnel offers competitive daily rates, initial training, and ongoing support to ensure you are well-prepared for every assignment. If you are resilient, proactive, and passionate about making a difference in students’ lives, we encourage you to apply. This role begins in January 2025 and is perfect for those eager to gain hands-on experience in the classroom and make a real impact.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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