Secondary School Cover Supervisor

13th January start
Full Time
Posted over 1 year ago
Expiring 18th July
Ealing, London
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Job Advertisement: Cover Supervisor – Ealing Borough Schools (Flexible Working) Location: Various Schools in Ealing Borough Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Contract: Flexible, Short-Term / Ad-Hoc Start Date: Immediate Are you looking for a flexible and rewarding role in education? Do you have the ability to support students in staying on task and managing classroom behaviour? We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to join our team and work across various schools in the Ealing Borough. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a variety of school settings, with flexibility to suit your availability. You will be booked the day before or the morning of from 6.45am. You will receive requests via the app and phone calls to book you into schools in Ealing. Key Responsibilities: Supervise Classes: Ensure that students are engaged and completing pre-set work during teacher absences. Support Student Learning: Offer guidance to students to help them stay on task and meet the learning objectives. Manage Classroom Behaviour: Maintain discipline and ensure that students adhere to school rules, responding appropriately to any behavioural issues that arise. Create a Positive Learning Environment: Foster a supportive, respectful atmosphere conducive to learning. Report Progress: Monitor students' work and report any concerns or issues to relevant staff members. Requirements: Experience working with young people in an educational or youth setting (preferred but not essential). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students and staff. A calm and assertive approach to classroom management. Flexible and adaptable – comfortable working in different school environments. A proactive attitude and a desire to support student learning. Why Work with Us? Flexible working: Choose when and where you work, with opportunities across multiple schools in the Ealing area. Variety: Gain experience in different school environments and work with a range of age groups. Supportive teams: Join a network of schools that offer guidance and support to help you succeed in your role. Competitive pay: Earn a competitive salary based on experience and the nature of your assignments. How to Apply: If you are interested in becoming a Cover Supervisor and making a difference in the lives of young people, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to [insert email address]. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

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General

How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

Zen Educate is a technology platform to connect teachers with schools directly. Agencies are an expensive middleman between schools and teachers. They have to charge high commissions because their booking procedures are largely manual and run on outdated systems. Because we run more of the process online or on your phone, we create an experience that delights schools and teachers at a fraction of the cost.

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