Cover Supervisor

Job Description:

Are you looking to gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting? Progress Teachers are working to appoint an enthusiastic and adaptable Cover Supervisor to support pupils in a mainstream Leicester secondary school from August 2025. 

Responsibilities: 

• Leading the Classroom: Supervise students in the absence of a teacher, keeping lessons on track and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Following Plans: Deliver lessons using materials and guidance provided by teaching staff, ensuring students stay engaged and supported.
• Encouraging Good Behaviour: Promote positive conduct in line with the school’s behaviour policies.
• Supporting Learners: Offer assistance to individuals or small groups to help them access and understand lesson content.
• Team Communication: Share any relevant updates about pupil progress, concerns or incidents with school staff.
• Admin Duties: Take the register, record attendance, and complete basic reporting tasks as needed.
• Ongoing Development: Take part in school-led or external CPD to build your confidence and skills.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Previous experience working in an educational setting is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in different subject areas.
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies.
• x2 satisfactory references
• A DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain.