Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Contract: Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities
Working pattern: Flexible, full-time and part-time opportunities available
Salary: Competitive rates of pay, dependent on experience
About the Role
Tradewind Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic, reliable and confident Cover Supervisors to work across our partnership schools in Rotherham. We have a range of exciting opportunities available, including day-to-day supply, short-term placements and long-term assignments.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play an important role in supporting teaching and learning by supervising classes across a variety of subjects in the absence of the regular teacher. You will help maintain a positive learning environment, ensure students remain engaged with their work and support the smooth running of the school day.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in education, develop their classroom management skills or build a career within the education sector.
Whether you are an experienced Cover Supervisor, a graduate considering a career in teaching or someone with transferable skills and a passion for working with young people, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise classes across a range of subjects, following lesson plans and instructions provided by teaching staff.
Manage classroom behaviour effectively, maintaining a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment.
Ensure students remain on task and complete the work set by the absent teacher.
Provide clear instructions and support students with their learning where appropriate.
Follow school policies and procedures, including behaviour management, safeguarding and health and safety.
Register students and report any attendance concerns or incidents to the appropriate member of staff.
Respond calmly and professionally to challenging situations, seeking support when required.
Maintain accurate records and provide feedback to teaching staff about the lesson and student engagement.
Build positive relationships with students and school staff.
Adapt to different school environments, age groups and subject areas.
Support the wider school team with additional duties where required.
Job Requirements
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Experience working with children or young people, preferably within a school or educational setting.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
The confidence and ability to supervise classes across a variety of subjects.
A positive, flexible and proactive approach to work.
The ability to follow lesson plans and instructions while maintaining student engagement.
A professional, reliable and punctual attitude.
The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
Good organisational skills and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
A genuine interest in supporting students' education, progress and wellbeing.Essential requirements:
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The ability to provide suitable references and complete the required pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check in line with the role.
The right to work in the UK.
A willingness to undertake any required safeguarding training and comply with school policies.Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor is desirable but not essential, as candidates with relevant transferable skills will also be considered.
What Tradewind Recruitment Can Offer You
Flexible working opportunities: Choose from day-to-day supply, short-term and long-term placements to suit your availability.
Variety and experience: Work across a range of partnership schools in Rotherham and gain experience in different classroom settings and subject areas.
Competitive pay: Receive competitive rates of pay, with details confirmed during the recruitment process.
Ongoing support: Benefit from support and guidance from your dedicated Tradewind Recruitment consultant.
Professional development: Access relevant training and opportunities to develop your skills and experience in education.
Career progression: Gain valuable classroom experience and explore future opportunities within teaching and education.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about education, confident managing a classroom and keen to make a positive difference to young people's learning, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Tradewind Recruitment and explore our Cover Supervisor opportunities across our partnership schools in Rotherham.
Take the next step in your education career with Tradewind Recruitment!
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Salary description
£100.00 - £120.00 per day