Connex - East Midlands
Cover Supervisor
Location: Scunthorpe
Pay: Up to £650 per week
Hours: Full Time and Part Time hours available
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
About The Role
Connex Education are recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join a supportive and community-focused secondary academy in Scunthorpe. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who enjoys working with young people and is passionate about creating a positive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best. As a Cover Supervisor, you will provide classroom support by delivering pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects in the absence of the class teacher. You will ensure students remain focused and engaged with their learning, establish a calm and purposeful classroom environment and manage behaviour consistently in line with the academy’s expectations. The successful candidate will be confident working with students aged 11–16, able to build positive and respectful relationships and have the ability to motivate and encourage young people. You will work closely with teaching staff to support continuity of learning, provide feedback following lessons and contribute to the wider success of the academy. This role would suit graduates considering a career in teaching, experienced Cover Supervisors, Teaching Assistants, Learning Mentors or individuals with experience working with young people who are looking to develop their skills within an educational setting.
About the School
The school is a welcoming and inclusive secondary academy in Scunthorpe with a strong commitment to supporting every student to achieve their potential. The academy is proud of its diverse community and works hard to create a culture where students feel valued, supported and motivated to succeed. With a focus on high expectations, strong relationships and personal development, the school provides a positive environment where students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and develop the confidence, resilience and skills needed for their future. The academy places significant importance on pastoral care and ensuring students receive the support they need to overcome barriers and achieve success. Staff work collaboratively to provide engaging learning experiences, promote positive behaviour and help students develop academically, socially and personally. The school offers a broad curriculum alongside opportunities for enrichment and wider development, helping prepare students for further education, employment and life beyond school. The academy is easily accessible from Scunthorpe, Brigg, Bottesford, Ashby and the surrounding North Lincolnshire areas.
Person Specification
To be considered for this role, candidates must have / be able to demonstrate:
- Degree OR GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above in both, or equivalent Functional Skills Level 2).
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with pupils and staff.
- The ability to build positive and respectful relationships with pupils.
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude towards supporting pupil progress and school life.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills to support learning and classroom administration.
- The ability to maintain a calm, purposeful and positive learning environment.
- An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries within a school setting.
- Adaptability and resilience when working across different subjects and year groups.
- High standards of professional behaviour, presentation and integrity.
- A willingness to engage in professional development and respond positively to feedback.
- Completion of the Connex Education / Academize Effective Cover Supervision training course (access will be provided to all suitable applicants).
- A full enhanced DBS certificate.
- Completion of the Connex Education onboarding process.
Benefits of working with Connex Education
Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly and ALWAYS paid directly from Connex Education and NEVER via umbrella companies / outsourced payroll.
Access to work at large numbers of schools within academy trusts that work EXCLUSIVELY with Connex Education and NO other agencies.
Exceptional personalised support and service from dedicated education sector recruitment professionals.
Industry leading FREE CPD covering anything and everything education sector based via our Academize training platform.
Access and auto entry into our frequent competitions and prize draws.
Additional earning opportunities via our generous Refer a Friend scheme, details of which can be found here – https://connex-education.com/referrals/refer-a-colleague/
Protected characteristics statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.