Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor
Location: Worksop
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 successful and inclusive secondary academy in Worksop. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting young people and helping create a positive environment where students can develop, achieve and feel confident in their learning. As a Cover Supervisor, you will play an important role in maintaining continuity of education by delivering pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects in the absence of the class teacher. You will support students to remain engaged with their work, encourage positive attitudes towards learning and maintain a calm and purposeful classroom environment. The successful candidate will be confident leading classes of students aged 11–16, able to establish positive relationships and manage behaviour effectively in line with the academy’s expectations. You will work closely with teaching staff to support student progress, provide feedback following lessons and contribute positively to the wider school community. You will be organised, adaptable and approachable, with the ability to motivate students and provide encouragement when they need it most. This role would suit graduates considering a career in teaching, experienced Cover Supervisors, Teaching Assistants, Learning Mentors or individuals with experience supporting young people within an educational setting.

About the School

The school is a thriving and inclusive secondary academy in Worksop with a strong commitment to providing high-quality education and supporting students to achieve their ambitions. The academy places students at the heart of everything it does, creating a positive culture built around respect, resilience and a belief that every young person can succeed. The school has a strong focus on raising aspirations and improving outcomes, while ensuring students receive the pastoral guidance and support needed to overcome barriers to learning. Staff work collaboratively to create a safe, welcoming and purposeful environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and a passion for learning. Alongside academic development, the academy values personal growth and provides opportunities for students to develop important life skills, explore future pathways and prepare for success beyond school. The school offers a supportive staff team and a positive working environment where colleagues are committed to making a difference to young people’s lives. The school is easily accessible from Worksop, Retford, Dinnington, Shireoaks and the surrounding Nottinghamshire and South Yorkshire 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.