We are seeking to find a Cover Supervisor to cover classes from EYFS – Y6 across the school and provide support in lessons. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurturing, resilient individual with a passion for education to join a caring school, in a supportive trust with opportunities for career progression.
We are able to offer a friendly and supportive staff with a wealth of CPD opportunities across the Trust.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teaching and Learning • Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to the teaching with the support of the class teachers and curriculum leaders. • Increase achievement of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). • Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in all lessons. • Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s attachment-based approach while covering classes. • Teach classes to cover teachers’ absence and their PPA time. • Assess pupils’ performance in the lessons that are covered and pass observations on to the class teacher. • Use computing skills to advance pupils’ learning. • Direct the work, where relevant, of other adults in supporting learning. Planning • Adapt the plans provided to ensure that all children receive a high-quality education. • Prepare the classroom for lessons, ensuring all of the correct equipment is available. • Plan how to support the inclusion of pupils in all learning activities. Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals • Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher • Communicate knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision • With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress or concerns regarding pupils • Work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers • Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school • Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues Whole School Organisation, Strategy and Development • Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s policies, practices and procedures, so as to support the school’s values and vision • Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school by organising and running an after school club. June 2024 Health and Safety • Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils and help to safeguard pupils’ well-being by following the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education and the school’s child protection policy. Professional Development • Keep knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on practice, liaising with school leaders and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness. • Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school. • Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures. Personal and professional conduct • Uphold public trust in the education profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school • Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, and maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality • Demonstrate positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective relationships with the school community • Respect individual differences and cultural diversity. The cover supervisor will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school policies and the staff code of conduct. Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the postholder will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the head of school or line manager.
Coba Education is a reputable agency with over 20 years of experience in education recruitment. We pride ourselves on providing professional and personable service to both schools and teachers.
Working with Coba will guarantee;
***A dedicated consultant on hand for advice and guidance 24/7
***A range of opportunities throughout a variety of schools in your local area
***A competitive and deserving rate of pay
As well as…
***50% discount on Continuing Professional Development courses
***£100 voucher of your choice if you recommend a friend to work with Coba Education (subject to T&C)
If you’re passionate about education and enjoy the flexibility of supply teaching, we encourage you to apply