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Cover Supervisor

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Randstad

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Unleash Your Potential: Cover Supervisor Needed in Dynamic Alternative Provision! Are you driven by a passion for empowering young people and cultivating an engaging learning space? Randstad is on the hunt for a proactive and resilient Cover Supervisor to become an integral part of our thriving Alternative Provision (AP) team. This isn't just about covering lessons; it's about being a pivotal force in ensuring every student receives the tailored, high-quality education they deserve, helping them unlock their full potential and achieve their aspirations. Why Choose This Opportunity? Join us and experience a role where your dedication truly makes a difference. We offer: Competitive Salary: Your hard work and commitment will be rewarded. Year-Long Contract: Enjoy stability and continuity in a fulfilling role. Supportive Work Environment: Collaborate with a team that values your contributions and growth. Professional Development: Access opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in special education. Make a Real Difference: Witness firsthand the positive impact you have on students' lives every day. Leverage Your Sports Background: If you have a sports background, you'll have a unique opportunity to integrate these skills into engaging student activities (desirable, but not essential!). Who Are We Looking For? You're more than just a supervisor; you're a mentor, a motivator, and a positive influence. We're seeking individuals who embody: Experience Working with Young People: A proven track record of effectively engaging and supporting students. Exceptional Communication & Interpersonal Skills: The ability to connect with students, staff, and parents with clarity and empathy. Adept at Behaviour Management: Confidently navigate and manage challenging behaviours, fostering a respectful and productive classroom atmosphere. Your Impact as a Cover Supervisor. As a Cover Supervisor, your primary mission will be to maintain continuity and quality in student learning. Your responsibilities will include: Classroom Leadership: Confidently supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher. Lesson Delivery: Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans with enthusiasm and clarity, keeping students engaged. Positive Learning Environment: Consistently ensure a safe, inclusive, and productive space where every student feels secure and supported. Classroom Support: Assist teachers with various classroom tasks, contributing to the overall smooth operation of the school. Contributing to School Culture: Play a key role in fostering the overall positive and nurturing atmosphere that defines our AP setting.

Job Responsibility:

  • Classroom leadership: confidently supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher
  • lesson delivery: deliver pre-prepared lesson plans with enthusiasm and clarity
  • positive learning environment: consistently ensure a safe, inclusive, and productive space
  • classroom support: assist teachers with various classroom tasks
  • contributing to school culture: play a key role in fostering the overall positive and nurturing atmosphere

Requirements:

  • Experience working with young people
  • exceptional communication & interpersonal skills
  • adept at behaviour management
  • ability to track progression in attainment
  • background in youth work
  • behaviour management
  • building relationships
  • classroom management
  • communication
  • de-escalation techniques
  • empathy
  • experience in administering medication
  • experience in managing challenging behaviour
  • experience with autism spectrum disorders
  • experience with learning difficulties
  • experience with social emotional mental health
  • inclusiveness
  • manual handling
  • marking
  • mentor experience
  • personal care experience
  • planning
  • resilience
  • restraint training
  • speech and language therapy experience
  • Non Teaching experience
  • CACHE level 1 or 2
  • CACHE level 2 or 3
  • early childhood studies degree
  • health and social care experience
  • health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
  • HLTA
  • NVQ level 2
  • NVQ level 3
  • NVQ level 4

Nice to have:

  • sports background
  • experience in administering medication
  • manual handling
  • personal care experience
  • speech and language therapy experience
  • CACHE level 1 or 2
  • CACHE level 2 or 3
  • early childhood studies degree
  • health and social care experience
  • health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
  • HLTA
  • NVQ level 2
  • NVQ level 3
  • NVQ level 4
What we offer:
  • Competitive salary
  • year-long contract
  • supportive work environment
  • professional development
  • training and education
  • Safeguarding
  • Prevent

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 23, 2026

Expiration:
April 29, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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