Job description
Cover Supervisor
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £110 - £140 per day
Contract: Temporary, full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Are you a dedicated Cover Supervisor with a passion for maintaining a positive and structured learning environment? Join our team and make a difference supporting students' learning and development during teacher absences.
About Us
We work closely with schools to provide high-quality cover supervision, ensuring students' education remains consistent during teacher absences. Our partner school in Chelmsford is dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments that allow students to thrive both academically and personally.
As part of our team, you’ll be contributing to a supportive educational culture where staff and students collaborate to overcome challenges. Our schools take pride in fostering respect, inclusion, and responsibility while adapting to meet the diverse needs of their students.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting schools and ensuring students stay on track with their education. Your main duties will include:
Support for Pupils
- Supervising whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers.
- Acting as a positive role model and setting high expectations for behavior and engagement.
- Promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all students within the classroom.
- Keeping students focused on their tasks and responding to general queries as needed.
Support for Teachers
- Providing objective and accurate feedback on lesson conduct and student behavior.
- Maintaining records as agreed with the teacher.
- Promoting positive values and addressing any behavior incidents promptly in line with school policy.
Support for the Curriculum
- Supporting the use of ICT in the classroom where appropriate.
- Utilizing available resources and equipment effectively to support learning.
Support for the School
- Providing cover in other areas of the school when required.
- Upholding policies and procedures related to child protection, equal opportunities, and health and safety.
- Participating in training, school meetings, and lunchtime duties as needed.
- Ensuring confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children or young adults in a school or similar setting.
- Strong behavior management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate students.
- Confidence in supervising classes across various subjects and year groups.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic ICT proficiency to support classroom activities.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive daily rate of £110-£140.
- Flexible opportunities to work in a range of schools.
- Supportive team environment and access to professional development.
- The chance to make a real impact on students’ education and well-being.
If you're ready to step into a dynamic role where you can inspire students and contribute to their success, we’d love to hear from you!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
For more information or to register your interest in the role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV.
For more updates on the role, do not hesitate to contact Jessie Dowden or apply at www.gsleducation.com