At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise classes and deliver pre-prepared lessons while managing student behaviour.
- Company: Supportive secondary school in Swindon with a focus on improvement.
- Benefits: £200 welcome bonus, flexible roles, and free professional development courses.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team and enjoy exclusive long-term opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while gaining valuable teaching experience.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and experience working with young people required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
A secondary school in Swindon is seeking a reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic Cover Teacher to join their team starting from 11th May. The successful candidate will supervise and deliver pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects, ensuring continuity of learning in the absence of the regular class teacher. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals considering a career in teaching or experienced educators looking for a flexible role within a supportive school environment. This role is not easy, however it can be extremely rewarding - a cover teacher requires patience as well as resilience throughout your journey but if you want to be part of a school that is quickly improving and you want the chance to have a real deep impact on shaping the lives of students, this is certainly the role for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers
- Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure students remain on task
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school’s policies
- Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress and engagement
- Support students in their learning, responding to questions where appropriate
- Uphold high expectations of conduct, uniform, and participation
Essential requirements
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively
- Flexibility and confidence to work across different subjects and year groups
- A proactive and professional approach
- Good organisational skills and reliability
- Experience working with young people in an educational setting
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent
The benefits of joining long term teachers
- If you’re looking for a long-term or permanent role, we’re the only specialist agency dedicated to finding you your next role.
- Exclusive roles that you won’t find with supply agencies
- £200 welcome bonus for qualified teachers joining from another agency
- £150 refer a friend reward once they complete 10 days of work
- The choice between PAYE or umbrella PAYE
- Access to a guaranteed pay scheme
- Interview preparation and expert advice
- A dedicated team to guide you through your onboarding process
- Free professional development courses to enhance your knowledge.
Cover supervisor - secondary school (Swindon) employer: Long-term Teachers
Joining our secondary school in Swindon as a Cover Supervisor offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. We prioritise employee growth with access to professional development courses and a dedicated team to assist you throughout your journey. With exclusive roles and flexible working options, we ensure that your experience here is both rewarding and fulfilling.
