Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

Old Tupton

Up to £650 per week

September start

Day to day and long-term cover needed

T o apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK

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?

Have you already got experience of covering classes of pupils and are looking for your next role?

About the Role

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.

About the School

The school is a thriving and inclusive secondary educational community committed to providing high-quality learning experiences for all students. With a strong focus on academic achievement, personal development, and wellbeing, it aims to equip young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to succeed in an ever-changing world. Offering a broad and balanced curriculum, the school encourages students to develop a love of learning while achieving their full potential. Dedicated and experienced staff provide a supportive environment where ambition, resilience, and respect are nurtured and celebrated. Beyond the classroom, students benefit from a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including sports, performing arts, leadership programmes, and community engagement activities. These experiences help to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared for further education, employment, and active participation in society. The school prides itself on fostering a culture of high expectations, inclusivity, and mutual respect, ensuring that every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to achieve their best.

This Ofsted 'Good' rated school is based in Old Tupton.

The school is part of the established Redhill Academy Trust. From September, Connex Education has exclusivity working with this trust. This means that you will not be able to work with their schools through any other agency.

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 -

Person Specification

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

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.