Cover Supervisor (Maternity Cover)
Grade 4 SCP 12 = £15.08 per hour
Part time – minimum 3 days a week
(Preference for Monday, Thursday & Friday)
39 weeks per year
Required to start asap
Exciting and rewarding support role vacancy- Education Sector
Are you looking for something new? Perhaps you are looking for term time working hours? Or you could be thinking of a career in teaching and would like to see if it’s for you. Or maybe you would like a new challenge! A Cover Supervisor could be the perfect fit.
Your role
A Cover Supervisor is an integral part of the school community. It is a challenging, busy and rewarding role. You will be part of a small team supporting our teaching staff by providing classroom cover and assistance. Your main task will be to take charge of classes and implement work set in the absence of a teacher. You will monitor students and report on progress during a period of short-term absence. Other duties may include examination supervision, assisting teachers generally within the classroom and administrative support.
The role is a versatile role which allows you to work closely with our teaching and support staff and experience many different aspects of working within the education sector.
Your responsibilities
To cover lessons in the absence of the class teacher
To prioritise a good standard learning during lessons enabling continuity for students
To ensure there is a good standard of behaviour within the classroom and around the school
To report to and assist the Cover Manager with any other necessary tasks for the cover department.
You will need:
Enthusiasm and an interest in the world of education
Good initiative, being able to improvise and utilise your strengths
Great communications skills
An interest in the academic development and wellbeing of young people
Basic IT skills
A flexible nature and helpful attitude.
What the role can offer you
Term time and school day only working hours
Extensive classroom experience for anyone looking at a career in teaching
The personal reward of working with young people and building positive relationships
Personal and professional development opportunities and encouragement
A collaborative working environment and excellent management support
Full training. No prior experience is needed.
About us
King Edward VI CEVC School is a successful, oversubscribed 11-16 school. We are situated in the historic town of Bury St Edmunds (‘the jewel in the crown of Suffolk’), surrounded by beautiful countryside – just over an hour by train to London, and close links to the A14.
For more information:
For an informal discussion only, please contact Sharon Cook or Amelia Woozley on 01284 761393 or email staffcover@king-ed.suffolk.sch.uk
How to apply:
More details available from the Job Description and completed applications to be sent to vacancies@king-ed.suffolk.sch.uk
Closing date: Monday 6 January 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 8 January 2025
