Responsibilities:
- Supervising Students: Cover Supervisors step in when teaching staff are absent. They manage classrooms, ensuring that students remain on task with the work they’ve been assigned.
- Maintaining Classroom Order: It’s their responsibility to maintain a positive learning environment and manage student behavior in line with the school’s behavior policy.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Classroom Supervision:
- Supervise classes and carry out activities set by teachers, including taking the register, introducing and closing the class.
- Interpret and deliver quality lessons to students, aligning with the school’s teaching and learning ethos.
- Behaviour Management:
- Maintain good order and discipline among students.
- Encourage student interaction and cooperation.
- Respond to student questions about processes and procedures.
- Emergency Handling:
- Address immediate problems or emergencies according to school policy.
- Establish communication links with appropriate teachers to ensure continuity for students.
- Administrative Tasks:
- Collect completed student work after lessons and return it to the appropriate teacher.
- Report any issues arising during supervision.
- Supervise examinations as directed.
- Additional Responsibilities:
- Undertake professional training related to the role.
- Provide general resource support to curriculum departments and pastoral directors.
- Operate as a teaching assistant when required.
Remember, Cover Supervisors play a crucial role in maintaining the flow of students’ education, ensuring a smooth learning experience even in the absence of regular teachers!
