Job Description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor (Secondary School)

Location: Blackburn
Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time

About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and reliable Cover Supervisor to join a dynamic secondary school team. In this role, you will supervise and support classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring that students remain engaged with the curriculum, follow instructions, and maintain good behaviour. You'll play a key part in creating a positive learning environment while ensuring the smooth running of lessons across a variety of subjects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support students during lessons, ensuring effective classroom management.
• Provide instructions left by the absent teacher and ensure students stay on task.
• Support students with their learning and provide guidance as necessary.
• Maintain a positive and respectful classroom environment.
• Report any behavioural or academic concerns to the appropriate staff.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with young people in an educational setting is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Adaptable and able to work across different subjects and age groups.

If you are a confident and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting students, we'd love to hear from you!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'