About the Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning in the absence of teaching staff. You will be responsible for delivering pre-prepared work to classes, managing behaviour in line with school policies, and ensuring students remain focused and supported throughout the lesson.
This role is ideal for:
Graduates considering a career in teaching
Experienced support staff looking to progress
Tutors, youth workers, sports coaches, or those with transferable experience working with young people
Key Responsibilities
Delivering set work to classes across Key Stages 3 and 4
Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
Supporting students to stay on task and engage with learning
Following safeguarding and behaviour policies in line with DfE and school standards
Providing feedback to teaching staff where necessary
Requirements
Experience working with young people (formal or informal)
Confidence in leading a classroom and managing behaviour
Strong communication and organisational skills
A positive, professional approach in line with school and DfE expectations
A valid enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
What We Offer
Competitive daily rates
Flexible working to suit your availability
Ongoing CPD opportunities through Veritas Education
Support from a dedicated consultant specialising in secondary education across Wakefield & Kirklees
Opportunities to transition into long-term or permanent rolesIf you are enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to support secondary learners in Dewsbury, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV or contact Veritas Education for more information.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community
Salary description
£110.00 - £130.00 per day