Cover Supervisor

Academics are currently looking for cover supervisors to work in in schools within the Wakefield area. Cover supervisors play a vital role within schools and are required to carry out pre-planned lessons for teacher absences. The role of a cover supervisor is a great step for those who are aspiring to be teachers as well as recent graduates who are looking to gain classroom experience.

Your main responsibilities as a cover supervisor will involve the following:

Creating a positive learning environment for the students and helping them develop with their academic studies
Supervising student's behaviour and referring to the school's behaviour management policy if required
Displaying subject knowledge to students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
Following the schools safeguarding policies, ensuring a safe environment for the students

Qualities and attributes we are looking for as a cover supervisor:

Flexibility to cover multiple subjects and to correspond with any last-minute requirements
Excellent communication skills with a passion for making an impact on student's lives
Previous experience preferred, but not essential
A university degree
An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willing to apply to one

Why work for Academics as a cover supervisor and what are the benefits?

As an established recruitment company of 22 branches across the UK with highly experienced consultants and proven success in the market, we are dedicated to delivering continuity in the classroom and helping passionate individuals gain valuable experience to help make the next step in their career. We also provide weekly pay through PAYE, along with additional courses such as safeguarding that are free of charge.

If the role of a cover supervisor sounds like the perfect next step in your career, please apply today and I will be in touch