Cover Supervisor

Location: Harrow, London
Position: Cover Supervisor
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time Available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

A secondary school in Harrow is seeking an experienced Cover Supervisor to join their dedicated and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and resilient individual with previous school-based experience who can maintain a positive learning environment and ensure continuity of education during teacher absences.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across a range of subjects using pre-prepared lesson plans.
• Ensure students remain engaged, focused, and on task throughout lessons.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively in line with the school's policies and expectations.
• Provide support to students of varying abilities, including those with SEND.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.
• Record attendance and report any concerns or incidents to relevant staff.
• Liaise with teaching staff and senior leaders regarding lesson outcomes and student progress.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or within a school environment.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Ability to confidently lead classes of students aged 11-16 or 11-18.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, organised, and adaptable approach to work.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience supporting students with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
• Degree educated or relevant education-based qualification.
• Aspiring teachers are encouraged to apply.

The Successful Candidate Will Be

• Calm, professional, and confident in front of a classroom.
• Able to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Skilled at managing challenging behaviour and maintaining high expectations.
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly to different subjects and classroom settings.

What the School Offers

• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive leadership team and experienced staff.
• Excellent opportunity for individuals considering a future career in teaching.

To apply, candidates must have previous experience working within a school setting and be confident managing classrooms independently. Applicants without relevant school-based experience will not be considered.