Cover Supervisor
Aspire People
Location: Leicestershire
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30 (School Hours)
Are you confident, organised, and passionate about working with children? We are currently recruiting reliable and enthusiastic Primary Cover Supervisors to work in primary schools across Leicestershire.
We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available, offering flexible work during school hours.
The Role
As a Primary Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring pupils remain engaged with the work that has been set. You will maintain a positive learning environment, manage classroom behaviour, and support pupils throughout the school day.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Cover Supervisors, graduates considering a career in primary teaching, or individuals with experience leading groups of primary-aged children in an educational setting.
Responsibilities
Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff.
Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure pupils complete the work provided.
Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's behaviour policy.
Create a positive, safe and engaging learning environment.
Encourage pupils to participate and remain focused throughout lessons.
Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil engagement and behaviour.
Support the wider school community where required.
Essential Requirements
Previous experience working with primary school-aged children is essential.
Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or within a similar school-based role is desirable.
QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or a PGCE is desirable.
Strong classroom management and communication skills.
Confidence leading a class independently.
A positive, flexible and professional approach.
Ability to work school hours, Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30.
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable (or willingness to obtain one).
What We Offer
Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
Competitive rates of pay.
Flexible assignments across primary schools in Leicestershire.
Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements.
A rewarding role where you can make a positive impact on children's learning and development.
If you have experience working with primary-aged children and are looking for a rewarding role in education, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join our team and support primary schools across Leicestershire.
Who are Aspire People?
Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector.
Why join Aspire People?
* Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings
* Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles.
* Competitive pay with multiple payment options
* Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person
* Access to free CPD and training opportunities
Next Steps
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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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