At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise classrooms and support students in completing pre-planned work.
- Company: Engage, partnering with schools across Liverpool for educational support.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, part-time or full-time options, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to adapt and grow in a school setting.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people; no prior cover supervisor experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30600 - 37400 £ per year.
At Engage, we're working with schools in a Catholic MAT based across Liverpool.
We are working with these schools to recruit daily Cover Supervisors who can support on a supply basis to cover planned and unplanned sickness.
You can set your own availability each week, so we welcome applications from those available part-time or full-time.
Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.
About the role
You will be covering lessons across the school to either relieve classroom teachers for PPA time or for general sickness
- We do not require applicants to have experience as a cover supervisor
- Must have some experience with young people open to support workers and or youth workers
- Behaviour can be challenging at times as a supply, so you must be personable and able to adapt to different situations - All schools have strong behaviour policies and are exceptionally supportive
Your Role as a Cover Supervisor
As a Cover Supervisor, you'll be supervising pupils to carry out pre-planned work when teaching staff are off work for a certain period (for example, sickness or paternity leave).
The main job of a Cover Supervisor is to manage a classroom and behaviour while ensuring that pupils complete the work which has been set.
- Supervising the students and ensuring they complete set tasks
- Managing behaviour
- Assisting pupils when they have questions
- Following the school's behaviour and safeguarding policies
- Collecting the completed work and handing it to the Head of the Department
- Providing feedback on the lesson and pupils
What Makes a Great Cover Supervisor?
Successful Cover Supervisors bring a combination of enthusiasm, presence, and adaptability to their role. Key attributes include:
- Adaptability and flexibility: The ability to quickly adjust to new classrooms and subjects
- Communication: The ability to convey instructions clearly, engage students and communicate effectively with other staff.
- Patience and empathy: A compassionate nature to build rapport with students and support their needs, even when they are challenging. xgikmsk
- Professionalism and confidence: A calm, assertive, and professional presence to guide the class and handle any unexpected situations.
- Organisation and reliability: Being punctual and organized to manage tasks, keep lessons on trac...
Cover Supervisor Liverpool in Bootle employer: Engage Education
Engage Education is an exceptional employer for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs. With competitive pay, full-time opportunities, and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from ongoing professional development and access to specialist training. Located in Trafford and Manchester, our dedicated team fosters a nurturing environment where staff can grow and thrive while positively impacting young people's educational journeys.
