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SalaryWe are working with Secondary Schools in Northallerton, Bedale and Thirsk area. Our partnering Secondary schools are seeking candidates to work as Trainee Classroom Cover Teachers (Cover Supervisors), successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on daily supply or in longer fixed term supply contracts.
About the role
As a Trainee Cover Teacher, you will be responsible for leading lessons of approximately 30 pupils in the absence of the class teacher. You will cover classes across the full range of secondary school subjects, but don’t worry, you are not expected to be a subject specialist in each area. The lesson will always be planned, and this will be provided in advance. It is your role as the Trainee Cover Teacher to facilitate the classes learning, manage classroom behaviour, record accurate registers, and provide a handover to the absent teacher. Successful Trainee Cover Teachers are adaptable, flexible, motivated, confident and organised, they have a passion for education and supporting young people.
This role provides a great opportunity to gain experience of working within a Secondary school prior to applying to Initial Teacher Training. Although previous experience of working in a Secondary School is desirable it is not essential.
If you are new to the role, you will be offered a comprehensive Trainee Cover Teacher Training Programme to equip you will the skills you need. Visit our website to find out more about our Cover Teacher Training Programme or send us your CV and one of our consultants will call you with further information.
About the school
At Vision for Education, we believe in fostering strong partnerships with schools to support the development of aspiring educators. Through our collaboration with schools, we offer specialized training and resources for cover supervisors. These individuals play a crucial role in maintaining continuity in the classroom when teachers are absent, ensuring that students receive quality education even in the teacher's absence. Our partnership with schools aims to equip trainee cover supervisors with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage classrooms, engage students in learning, and uphold the school's educational objectives. Together, we strive to create a supportive environment where trainees can grow professionally while making a positive impact on student learning experiences.
Requirements
To be considered for the role of Trainee Classroom Cover Teacher you will:
- A degree or equivalent education.
- A willingness to learn
- A natural leader and someone with the confidence to lead a lesson in the absence of the class teacher.
- A passion for education and providing the highest possible level of support to young people.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
About Vision for Education
What Vision for Education offer
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
