West Somerset College needs a Cover Supervisor to keep lessons running during short-notice teacher absences, mainly with students in Years 9 to 11. The work centres on supervising whole classes from pre-set lesson plans, keeping pupils engaged, passing feedback to staff, and helping with invigilation, educational visits and attendance records. It is a term-time post of 15 hours across two days a week, over 39 weeks a year including INSET days. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the school wants someone to start as soon as possible.
What the job involves
- Supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absences to keep learning calm and productive
- Deliver pre-set lesson instructions and keep pupils engaged and behaving well
- Answer general student queries and pass feedback on to teaching staff
- Help with exam invigilation and accompany students on educational visits
- Give administrative and pastoral support when not covering lessons
- Keep accurate attendance records and manage behaviour in line with school policy
- Help with classroom displays and curriculum-related admin
Qualifications
- GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths, or equivalent
Skills & knowledge
- Confident managing classroom behaviour and supporting a range of learning needs
- Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong ICT and numeracy skills
- Able to build positive relationships with students and staff
- Flexible, proactive and a team player
Checks & eligibility
- Full enhanced DBS check
- Eligible to work in the UK
Other
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
What's offered
- Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of over 19%
- Employee Reward Scheme, including high street discounts and staff wellbeing centre access
- Employee Assistance Programme
- On-site gym access at selected locations
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
