Connex - East Midlands
Connex Education are recruiting for the following exciting opportunity:
Job Title: Cover Supervisors
Location: Carlton
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Day to day, ad hoc bookings
Salary: Competitive – details provided upon application
Do any of the following statements apply to you??
- Are you currently considering a future in the education sector, perhaps as a teacher, and would like to gain some experience?
- Have you been working in schools as a Teaching Assistant and would like to see what it is like to manage a full classroom of pupils?
- Are you a retired teacher who wants to continue to earn, but without the extra responsibilities that are required of qualified teachers, such as planning and marking?
If so, then please read on to find out about our Cover Supervisor role!
School Details:
The school we are working with is a Secondary school in Carlton, Nottingham with an Ofsted rating of ‘Good’. Their local reputation is great and they are known for continuously putting students in a position to flourish academically whilst also supporting where needed to do so. This school is keen to maintain an inclusive environment, making all students and staff members feel safe and accepted. Recent feedback from candidates states that the school is a pleasure to work with and that they felt supported and welcomed immediately. Additionally, this school has an amazing record of attendance with 254 pupils having 100% attendance, showing that the school is a great place to learn.
Vacancy Details:
- To work as a Cover Supervisor, supporting across all subject areas (where possible, aligning with the specialisms and experience of the successful applicants).
- Ensuring that the pupils are provided with a safe working environment that allows them to learn effectively.
- Completing lesson reviews that provide the returning staff member with information about the classes that have been covered.
- Following and adhering to the schools safeguarding and behaviour policies.
Candidate Requirements:
- To be considered for this role candidates must have / be able to demonstrate:
- Degree OR GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above for both or equivalent Functional Skill Level 2)
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with pupils and staff.
- Approachable, able to build respectful relationships with pupils.
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude towards supporting pupil progress and school life.
- Good literacy & numeracy skills to support learning and classroom administration.
- The ability to maintain a calm, purposeful learning environment.
- Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries within a school setting.
- Adaptable and resilient when working across different subjects and year groups.
- Upholds high standards of professional behaviour, presentation, and integrity.
- Open to professional development and constructive feedback.
- Completed the Connex Education/Academize Effective Cover Supervision training course (access will be provided to all suitable applicants).
- Full enhanced DBS certificate.
- Completed the Connex Education Onboarding Process.
What the School Can Offer:
- Ongoing support and guidance, particularly to applicants who have expressed a desire to undertake teacher training in the future.
- Robust and detailed lesson plans that allow applicants to quickly and easily deliver lessons.
- A pleasant, friendly and energetic school environment that encourages learning and respect between pupils and school staff.
- Optional continued CPD via the schools dedicated training and coaching provider
What Connex Education Can Offer:
- Competitive rates of pay, particularly for candidates who receive consistent positive feedback.
- PAYE paid weekly.
- Access to sensational FREE CPD via the renowned Academize platform
- Full support from registration to placement and beyond from a dedicated expert Connex consultant
- Entry into frequent prize draws.
How to Apply:
- If you feel you fit this criteria and you are interested in this role, or would like to discuss any other opportunities with us, please apply today.
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. Pay rate is based on qualification and experience.
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 other relevant legislation.
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.