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We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic, and professional Cover Supervisor to join a dynamic secondary school team in Chester. As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring that students' learning continues in the absence of their regular class teacher. You will be responsible for managing classrooms, supporting students' educational needs, and maintaining a positive learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a school community while gaining valuable experience in education.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise Classes: Oversee and manage classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring that students remain on task and follow the lesson plan provided by the teacher.

Classroom Management: Maintain a positive and productive classroom environment, addressing any behavioral issues in line with school policies and ensuring students’ well-being and safety.

Support Student Engagement: Encourage students to stay focused and engaged with the learning activities, providing guidance where necessary to ensure tasks are completed to the best of their ability.

Set Expectations: Ensure students understand the work that has been set and the expectations for behavior, providing clear instructions and supporting students in their tasks.

Assist with Learning: Provide additional support to students when needed, offering help with tasks and ensuring students with special educational needs (SEN) are included and supported where possible.

Record Keeping: Take attendance and report any issues with behavior, attendance, or safeguarding to the appropriate staff members.

Team Collaboration: Work with teachers and other staff to ensure that the lesson plans are adhered to and that the needs of the students are met.

Supervise Non-Teaching Duties: In addition to supervising lessons, you may be asked to cover other non-teaching duties such as break and lunch supervision or supporting extra-curricular activities.

Skills & Qualifications:

Experience: Previous experience working with young people, preferably in a school setting, is desirable but not essential. Experience in managing groups of students is a plus.

Qualifications: A minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent) is required. Further qualifications in education or teaching assistance (such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) would be advantageous.

Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage and engage students.

Knowledge: Understanding of classroom management techniques and the ability to follow instructions and lesson plans effectively.

Personal Attributes: A calm, professional demeanor with the ability to adapt to different situations. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Safeguarding: A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. A valid DBS check will be required for this role.

How to Apply:

* If you are a passionate about education and looking for exciting opportunities, apply today on:

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