Are you an organised and confident individual with a passion for education? We are seeking a full-time Cover Supervisor to join our team at a vibrant secondary school in the London Borough of Southwark. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people or potentially considering a career in teaching and is looking for a rewarding position within education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students stay on task and engage with the pre-prepared work.
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies, creating a safe and productive learning environment.
- Deliver instructions and activities to students across a range of subjects, ensuring continuity in their learning during teacher absence.
- Report back to the teaching staff on any issues, student progress, or behaviour during the lesson.
Why This Role Is a Great Fit:
- Kickstart your education career: This role is a fantastic opportunity for those considering a future in teaching or educational support roles.
- Develop leadership skills: You'll gain hands-on experience managing a classroom and guiding student behaviour.
- Variety of experiences: As a Cover Supervisor, you'll work across different subjects and year groups, providing variety in your day-to-day responsibilities.
- Supportive school environment: Join a dedicated and welcoming staff team that values collaboration and professional growth.
- Located in Southwark: Work in a thriving borough with excellent transport links and a vibrant community.
- Make a meaningful impact: Help ensure students' learning continues seamlessly, even when their usual teacher is absent.
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with young people, ideally in a secondary school setting.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Confidence in managing groups of students and maintaining classroom order.
- Enthusiasm for education and a commitment to student success.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to changing situations.
If you are looking for a role that will challenge and reward you, and you are ready to step into a pivotal position in our school community, we would love to hear from you!
Horizon Teachers is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that helps Teachers and Support Staff find long term, permanent and interim employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools throughout London, the South East, the Midlands and the North of England. As part of the registration process you will be required to have a DBS Check carried out and all original relevant qualifications will need to be sighted and copied before any work placement. For all teaching roles you will need to hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
Horizon Teachers. Enhancing Children's Education.