Cover & Behaviour Supervisor

Description:

Cover & Behaviour Supervisor

Tower Hamlets, East London

Immediate start

Full-Time | Term-Time Only

Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Are you confident, resilient and passionate about supporting young people to succeed?

We are working in partnership with a well-established secondary school in Tower Hamlets to appoint a dedicated Cover & Behaviour Supervisor. This is a key role within the school, supporting both classroom learning and the wider behaviour management systems to ensure a calm, safe and purposeful environment.

This position would suit graduates considering teacher training, experienced cover supervisors, youth workers, or individuals with strong behaviour management skills.

The Role

Cover Supervision Duties:

Supervise pre-prepared lessons in the absence of teaching staff

Manage the behaviour of whole classes in line with the school's behaviour policy

Respond to pupil queries regarding set work

Collect completed work and return to the class teacher

Provide clear feedback on student engagement and behaviour

Deal with any immediate issues or emergencies in line with school procedures

Behaviour & Pastoral Responsibilities:

Promote and maintain high standards of student behaviour across the school

Conduct building patrols to ensure students are in lessons

Escort students to classrooms when required

Supervise key areas during lesson changeover, break and lunchtime

Support the management of the school's Exclusion Room

Run and supervise detentions (including after school)

Assist with dismissal procedures and maintain site security

Record incidents and update behaviour logs on the school system

Act as a First Aider when required (training provided if necessary)

The Ideal Candidate

Confident managing groups of secondary-aged students

Calm under pressure with strong behaviour management skills

Able to follow school policies including safeguarding, behaviour, inclusion and health & safety

Committed to equality, diversity and safeguarding

Organised, proactive and professional

Previous school-based experience is desirable but not essential. Full training and support will be provided.

The School

Inclusive and diverse secondary school in Tower Hamlets

Strong behaviour systems and supportive senior leadership

Clear procedures and well-structured day-to-day routines

Opportunity for career progression, including routes into teaching

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain valuable secondary school experience or build a long-term career within education.

Apply today or contact James at Academics for further information.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy