Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor
Taunton
Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is working with a secondary school in the Taunton area to recruit a Cover Supervisor, with the opportunity for a permanent position for the right candidate. This role would suit a fully qualified teacher looking for a role with reduced planning and marking responsibilities, or an experienced Cover Supervisor seeking a stable, long-term opportunity within one school.

This is a varied and rewarding position, supporting the day-to-day running of the school by providing high-quality classroom supervision and ensuring continuity of learning during teacher absence.

The role will include:

• Supervising classes across a range of subjects using pre-set lesson plans

• Maintaining a calm, purposeful learning environment

• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies

• Supporting pupils to remain engaged and complete work set

• Providing feedback to teaching staff on lesson outcomes

• Building positive relationships with students and staff

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a fully qualified teacher (QTS) or an experienced Cover Supervisor

• Has strong classroom management skills

• Is confident working with secondary-aged pupils

• Is reliable, professional and adaptable

• Has a positive approach to supporting student learning

Teaching Personnel can offer:

• Competitive weekly pay paid via PAYE

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

• Access to CPD and safeguarding training

• The potential to move into a permanent role

• A supportive school environment with clear expectations

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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