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Cover Supervisor – Graduates & Aspiring Teachers | St Helens
Choice Teachers is recruiting confident graduates and aspiring teachers to work as Cover Supervisors across secondary schools in St Helens. This role is ideal for those considering a future career in teaching and looking to gain valuable classroom experience before starting teacher training.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absences, deliver pre-set work and develop essential behaviour management and classroom leadership skills.
The Role
In this role, you will:
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Supervise whole classes across Key Stages 3 and 4 during short-term teacher absences
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Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials provided by the class teacher
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Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
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Keep pupils on task and engaged in their learning
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Gain hands-on experience working within a secondary school environment
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Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student engagement and behaviour
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Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times
Who This Role Is For
This opportunity is particularly suited to:
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Graduates considering a career in teaching
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Aspiring teachers looking to gain school-based experience
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Individuals considering PGCE, SCITT or Schools Direct routes
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Those with experience working with young people (formal or informal settings)
Requirements
To be considered, you will need:
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A degree (any subject) or relevant experience working with young people
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Confidence supervising groups of students independently
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Strong communication skills and a professional approach
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An up-to-date CV covering your full employment history (including any gaps)
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The right to work in the UK
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Two professional references
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An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Why Work with Choice Teachers?
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Competitive rates of pay
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PAYE pay – monthly as standard (weekly pay available only if absolutely necessary)
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24/7 consultant support and guidance
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Access to a wide network of secondary schools in Oldham and surrounding areas
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Flexible work to fit around further study or applications
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Generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme
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Pension contributions (subject to eligibility)
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⚖️ Fully compliant with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations)