Experienced Cover Supervisor – Widnes
Location: Widnes
Position: Cover Supervisor – Secondary School
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible supply
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible
Are you an experienced Cover Supervisor looking for your next opportunity in a supportive secondary school environment? We are currently recruiting for confident, classroom-ready individuals to join our team, delivering high-quality lesson cover across schools in the Widnes area.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4 during the short-term absence of teaching staff. You will deliver pre-set work, maintain classroom order, and ensure pupils remain engaged and focused throughout the lesson.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver and manage pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects
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Maintain discipline and classroom control in line with school policies
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Ensure a positive learning environment where all pupils are supported
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Record student attendance, engagement, and any issues arising
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Provide feedback to teaching staff after lessons
Requirements:
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Essential: Prior experience working as a Cover Supervisor or in a similar classroom-based role within a secondary school
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Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills
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A confident, professional, and adaptable approach
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Good communication and interpersonal skills
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An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
We Offer:
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Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
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A supportive and friendly team of staff and school leaders
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Ongoing professional development opportunities
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A chance to build your career in education
To Apply:
Please send your up-to-date CV and a short covering statement outlining your experience to Jessica.preston@teachingpersonnel.com
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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