Connex - East Midlands
Cover Supervisor
Location: Newark
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 welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in Newark. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about working with young people and supporting a positive classroom environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. As a Cover Supervisor, you will ensure 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 engage positively with their learning, maintain a calm and purposeful classroom environment and manage behaviour consistently in line with the school’s expectations. The successful candidate will be confident working with students aged 11–16 and able to build positive, respectful relationships with young people. You will encourage students to take responsibility for their learning, provide support where needed and work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure students continue to make progress. You will be organised, adaptable and enthusiastic, with the ability to respond positively to different classroom environments and student needs. 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 in an educational setting.
About the School
The school is a modern and ambitious secondary school in Newark, committed to providing students with an engaging, supportive and inclusive education. The school places strong emphasis on building positive relationships, developing confident young people and creating a culture where students are encouraged to achieve their aspirations. With a focus on high expectations, personal development and academic success, the school provides a nurturing environment where students are supported to grow both inside and outside the classroom. Staff work closely together to create a positive learning culture, ensuring students receive the guidance and encouragement needed to succeed. The school values creativity, resilience and independence, offering students opportunities to develop important skills for their future. Through a broad curriculum and strong pastoral support, the school aims to prepare young people for further education, employment and life beyond school. The school is easily accessible from Newark, Balderton, Farndon, Southwell, Bingham and the surrounding Nottinghamshire and 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.