What is a Cover Supervisor?
The job title of ‘Cover Supervisor’ is still relatively new to UK schools and it has come about as a result of the Government’s ‘Remodelling of the School Workforce’ agenda (see www.remodelling.org )
In short, a Cover Supervisor is an unqualified Teacher.
Working as a Cover Supervisor can be extremely rewarding but also very demanding. There is a high level of responsibility and although there is always a Teacher close at hand if needed, there is a large amount of autonomy.
A Cover Supervisor is likely to be used for short-term absences of a teacher. These might be known in advance (for example, where a Teacher has a medical appointment or is undergoing professional development) or unexpected (for example, absence due to illness).
Typical responsibilities of Cover Supervisors typically includes:
- Supervising work that has been set by the class Teacher
- Interacting with pupils to assist with learning and teaching
- Ensuring that pupils remain focused on their work
- Dealing with any immediate problems or emergencies
- Reporting back on the behaviour of pupils during the class, and any issues arising
What makes us different to all other agencies?
As an agency, we are committed to providing you with the best teaching experience possible. In order for us to achieve this, we have employed a full time Training Manager (an Ex Assistant Head teacher) whose job is to support you every step of the way in your new role, starting with an in depth training course (free of charge, of course) that will include an introduction to:
- Classroom management
- Teaching and learning styles
- How to engage pupils
- How to organize a purposeful lesson
- The basics of how schools operate and what systems will be in place to support you
The training days will include a mix of activities which will be informative, eye opening, thought provoking and at times even fun! Once the course has been completed (after typically 2 days) you will receive a Certificate that will prove to employers that you have undertaken the course successfully. We will then immediately place you into work at one of the many schools that use us across the West Midlands.
During your time with First for Education you will have unlimited access to the Training manager on a day to day basis to celebrate any successes or to discuss any potential areas for development. He can offer support ranging from advice over the prone to a fully involved training session on a particular matter helping to make your experiences at school as enjoyable as possible.
We will also enrol you on our structured programme of CPD (continued professional development) courses along with our fully qualified teachers in order that you continue to develop. You will also have regular contact with the group you trained with in your original training sessions so that you can exchange ideas, swap stories and learn from each others experiences. This approach is, as far as we are aware, unique in the supply teaching industry. No other agency will take as good care of you as we will.
What do I need to apply?
To work for First for Education you must provide original documentation of the following:
- 2 x Proof of address. eg. Utility Bill, Council Tax, Bank Statement
- Photo ID, either a passport or driving license with paper counterpart
- Proof of NI/legal status to work in the UK
- Criminal clearance check (CRB and/or Overseas clearance) if you do not have one, we can apply for one on your behalf
- 2 references from recent employers
- A good command of the English language