As an Experienced Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, delivering pre-set work and ensuring students remain focused, engaged and on task.
You will play an important role in maintaining continuity of learning, managing classroom behaviour and creating a positive learning environment. This role is ideal for confident Cover Supervisors who enjoy working across different school settings and are looking for flexible supply opportunities.
Day-to-day, short-term and longer-term placements are available to suit your availability and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise classes across Key Stages 3–5.
- Deliver and explain pre-set work provided by the classroom teacher.
- Maintain a positive, safe and productive learning environment.
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies and procedures.
- Support students with their learning and encourage them to remain focused.
- Ensure students understand and complete the work provided.
- Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress, behaviour and any concerns.
- Build positive relationships with students and school staff.
- Adapt confidently to different schools, classrooms and student needs.
- Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.
About the school
You will have the opportunity to work across a variety of mainstream secondary schools throughout Stoke-on-Trent, including smaller community schools and larger academies.
These schools offer supportive working environments, clear behaviour policies and established routines, with a strong focus on student engagement and achievement.
Whether you prefer day-to-day supply or are looking for longer-term placements, there are opportunities to suit your experience and availability.
Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Cover Supervisor in a secondary school setting.
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
- Confidence supervising classes across Key Stages 3–5.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to deliver pre-set work and keep students engaged.
- Flexibility and adaptability when working across different schools.
- A positive, professional and proactive approach.
- A genuine commitment to supporting students' learning and development.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
- The Right to Work in the UK.
Why work for Vision for Education
- Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
- Opportunities across a variety of secondary schools in Stoke-on-Trent.
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your journey.
About Vision for Education
Vision For Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
What Vision for Education offer
As a valued employee of Vision For Education, you will receive:
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Vision For Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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