Location: Walthamstow, East London
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £90–£130 per day (dependent on experience)
Are you a confident, adaptable individual looking to gain valuable experience within a secondary school setting? Supply Desk is recruiting on behalf of a supportive and well-established school in Walthamstow, seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join their team.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain engaged with pre-planned work and maintaining a positive and productive learning environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers, graduates, experienced teaching assistants, or individuals looking to develop a career within education.
Whether you have previous classroom experience or are looking to take your first step into education, this role provides an opportunity to build your confidence, develop your classroom management skills, and gain valuable experience within a welcoming and supportive school community.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise whole classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain focused and on task.
Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and instructions provided by teaching staff.
Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies and expectations.
Provide support and guidance to students where appropriate to facilitate learning.
Report back to teaching staff regarding lesson outcomes, student progress, and behaviour.
Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
Ensure students follow school expectations and complete the work provided.
Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Confidence in managing groups of students and maintaining classroom discipline.
The ability to remain calm, organised, and adaptable in a busy school environment.
A positive and professional approach to working with young people.
A genuine interest in education and supporting students to succeed.
Comprehensive safeguarding training.
Weekly payments.
Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants.
A friendly and collaborative school environment.
Excellent teaching and learning facilities.
Opportunities for professional development, CPD, and training.
A £100 refer-a-friend reward for successful referrals.
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If you're ready to make a positive impact and take the next step in your education career, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your CV today to apply for this Cover Supervisor role in Walthamstow.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check and adhere to safer recruitment practices throughout their employment
Salary description
£90.00 - £130.00 per day