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Reporting to the Cover Administrator, we are looking for a Cover Supervisor who can provide efficient and professional classroom cover on an ad-hoc basis.
Please note this is not a teaching role; the expectation is for the individual to supervise the work and behaviour of the class. Full cover work will be set by the usual class teacher or Leader of department on all occasions, and the Cover Administrator and teaching colleagues will be available for support as required.
About The Role:
As a confident communicator, you will bring a positive approach to:
- Act as a role model and set high expectations of conduct and behaviour
- Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom
- Keep pupils on task and respond to general queries
- Keep appropriate records of pupil conduct and behaviour during the lesson for the teacher
- Promote positive values, attitudes and behaviour
- Collect and study cover work set for assigned lessons. Seeking any clarification necessary
- Arrive promptly to cover lesson
- Check classroom attendance
- Give instructions on work left by the absent teacher or Head of Department
- State the learning aims of the lesson
- Follow end of lesson requirements from the cover work including any homework instructions
- Ensure that the room is tidy and dismiss in orderly fashion at the correct time
- Act under the professional direction of other teaching staff
About You:
- A perceptive thinker who understands the importance of keeping the students on task
- Enthusiastic about the importance and delivery of education provision
- Able to demonstrate an inclusive approach to groups comprised of a diverse range of abilities and backgrounds
- Comfortable working with basic computer packages, particularly Microsoft Office
- Experienced in an educational environment; in any capacity
- Able to demonstrate excellent communication skills with both adults and children
Benefits:
- Auto-enrolment into a contributory pension scheme (LGPS for support staff, employer contribution 25%)
- Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
- CPD through internal and external providers (including a subscription to National College)
- Employee Support Programme offering retail discounts and vouchers, a 24/7 confidential advice line, and counselling.
- Specsavers Eye care vouchers
- Free use of the sports facilities
Key terms:
- Casual post to cover for teaching staff absence.
- Hours: Allocated on a casual basis, between 8.30 - 3.30, term time only - This is an ad-hoc, casual post so there will be no guaranteed hours, and no obligation to work hours offered. Hours may be offered in advance for a planned absence, or ad hoc on the day. Individual specific availability and flexibility can be discussed at interview.
- Location: Based on site within the school.
- Remuneration: The Essex Schools' Local Government Scale 5 point 9 (full time equivalent £26,409). Commencing salary £13.69 per hour (plus 12.07% holiday pay).
To Apply:
Due to safeguarding requirements we must only accept applications via a completed form in full. Please download an application form from our website.
Applications Deadline: 11th June 2025
Start date: September 2025, an earlier start may be negotiated
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview which will include an observed class supervision. The need to appoint quickly means we reserve the right to appoint at any time.
Contact: Applicants who require further information should contact the HR Manager at recruitment@shsb.org.uk or telephone 01702 606 200.
Information about the School
At Southend High School for Boys, talent is nurtured and learning is valued. Challenge is welcomed, participation is expected and achievement is prized. Pupils are happy, and prosper at the school.
We are an oversubscribed grammar school, complimented on our latest (2015) outstanding OFSTED inspection on all aspects, including our success in promoting good pupil attitudes and behaviour.
As a grammar school, high academic expectations are central to our purpose, and these are sustained through an extensive programme of support and guidance. Pupils develop their confidence and enthusiasm through a wide range of creative, sporting and other endeavours.
Southend High School for Boys stands on a superb site within walking distance of Prittlewell Station and the centre of Southend. Pupils retain fond memories of their years at the school, and stay in contact for many years.