Cover Supervisor

A

very good standard of education, particularly in English and mathematics

(Grade C/5, at least in both) Experience

of working with young people. Experience

of using Information Technology. Knowledge

of the legal and organisational requirements for maintaining the health,

safety and security of yourself and others in the learning environment. Ability

to provide classroom cover, within agreed parameters, in the absence of the

class teacher. Ability

to consistently and effectively implement agreed behaviour management

strategies. Ability

to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and

relate to. Ability

to establish positive relationships with pupils and empathise with their

needs. Ability

to demonstrate active listening skills. Ability

to provide levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning

tasks as appropriate to pupils’ needs, encouraging the pupils to stay on

task. Ability

to monitor the pupils’ response to the learning activities as agreed with the

teacher to achieve the intended learning outcomes. Ability

to carry out and report on systematic observations of pupils’ knowledge,

understanding and skills. Ability

to assist in the recording of lessons and assessment as required by the

teacher. Ability

to offer constructive feedback to pupils to reinforce self-esteem. Ability

to work effectively and supportively as a member of the school team. Ability

to work within and apply all school policies eg. behaviour management,

safeguarding and child protection, Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities,

etc. Willingness

to participate in further training and developmental opportunities offered by

the college and County, to increase knowledge. Willingness

to maintain confidentiality on all college matters. A

confident communicator with strong inter-personal skills. Integrity,

good humoured and a caring and positive outlook. Supportive

of the Catholic ethos of the school.

(You do not need to be a Catholic).