Cover Supervisor - Construction Faculty

Are you a skilled tradesperson or an experienced professional from the construction industry looking for an exciting new challenge? Have you ever considered sharing your knowledge and experience with the next generation? This could be your first step into the rewarding world of education – no formal teaching qualifications required, just your expertise, passion, and willingness to make a difference!

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining a positive learning environment in the absence of a lecturer.

The role is term time only, on a fixed term contract January - December 2025.

About the Role

We are seeking a Cover Supervisor to join our Construction Faculty at Basford College

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Step in to cover lessons for teaching staff when required, ensuring students stay engaged and on track on a pre-set learning activity.
• Explain and respond to students about what is required and what pre-prepared task/exercise they will be expected to undertake.
• Manage behaviour of students to ensure that a constructive learning environment is maintained by using a range of strategies to deal with classroom behaviour as a whole and also individual behavioural needs. This will include meeting and communicating with parents as required.

• Support the curriculum team with the pastoral support of students within the designated faculty area

• Support the curriculum team with monitoring and proactively act on attendance issues
• Where required, support with tutor group sessions and small group interventions to identify students' needs and provide appropriate guidance and support, referring to specialists and other staff as appropriate

• Assist lecturing staff in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lesson/work plans as appropriate.

• Provide practical insights, guidance, and demonstrations to inspire and motivate learners.

What We’re Looking For

We’re not looking for formal teaching qualifications (although they’re of course a plus if you have them!) – we’re looking for someone with:

• Hands-on experience or practical skills in construction. Whether you’re a builder, carpenter, plumber, or another tradesperson, your expertise will be highly valued.
• A genuine passion for supporting and inspiring young people.
• Strong communication and organisational skills to manage diverse tasks.
• A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to adapt to a variety of situations.

• Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent

• A respectful and inclusive attitude to students and colleagues
• Level 5 relevant qualification (degree or vocational) - desirable

• Experience of providing pastoral support to students and the ability to handle complex and sensitive issues with empathy and understanding - desirable

If you’ve been considering a career change or want to explore a pathway into teaching, this is an ideal starting point with plenty of support and development opportunities.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive Environment
• Career Development
• Make a Difference

• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance
• 35 days Annual Leave (Pro rata for TTO) + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave

• Access to Local government pension scheme

• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport and car benefit scheme

• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated CPD days

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Closing Date: 30th January 2025

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