Eastfield Academy, a primary within the David Ross Education Trust, is recruiting a fixed-term Cover Supervisor until 31 August 2027. The post supervises pupils set work during a teacher's absence, giving clear instructions, checking they engage and feeding back on the cover work. Term-time only, at 13 hours a week, it also involves general support in unallocated time and attending meetings and training within working hours. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the school wants a start as soon as possible.
What the job involves
- Provide cover supervision for absent teachers' classes as directed by the Principal and senior leaders
- Give clear instructions on detailed set work and actively supervise pupils while they work
- Liaise with class teachers and other staff to clarify instructions
- Report any non-participation by individual pupils to the class teacher
- Contribute to evaluating the work set for cover lessons
- Provide general support in periods not needed for cover, suited to your skills and experience
- Promote behaviour management in line with the school's Behaviour Policy
- Promote pride in the Academy and its ethos
- Attend professional development and meetings that fall within working hours
Qualifications
- GCSE English and Maths at grade A* to C or equivalent
Experience
- Experience of working with children in an educational setting
- Commitment to, and/or experience of, working with children and young people
Skills & knowledge
- Accomplished user of ICT
- Excellent clear verbal and written interpersonal skills at all levels
- Ability to motivate and encourage pupils to meet learning and/or behaviour targets
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check
- Pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education
What’s offered
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to education leaders
- Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and health and wellbeing commitment
- Awards and Recognition Scheme
- Flexible working patterns
- Benefits platform
- Health and wellbeing programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
