Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a number of secondary schools across Hastings and the wider East Sussex area and is currently seeking reliable and confident Cover Supervisors to support schools on a short-term, long-term, or flexible basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are interested in gaining experience within education, including graduates, aspiring teachers, or those with previous experience working with young people.
The Role:
Supervising classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher
Delivering pre-prepared lesson plans and ensuring students remain on task
Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
Providing support to students where appropriate and maintaining a positive learning environment
Reporting back to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour
Working across a range of subjects at Key Stages 3 and 4
Essential Requirements:
Experience working with children or young people (education, youth work, coaching, or similar settings)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Confidence managing a classroom and engaging with students
A flexible, professional, and proactive approach
An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
What Teaching Personnel Can Offer:
Competitive weekly pay, paid via PAYE
Flexible work options including day-to-day supply and long-term placements
Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience in a variety of secondary schools
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands the local area
Access to training and development opportunities to support your role
This role is ideal for anyone looking to develop their experience within education or explore a future career in teaching. If you are enthusiastic, dependable, and keen to work in schools across Hastings, we would love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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