Secondary School Cover Manager - Milton Keynes
Dunbar Education
- Milton Keynes
- £140-160 per day
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Manage and oversee the daily cover arrangements by coordinating and scheduling substitute teachers to ensure classes are covered during teacher absences.
- Liaise with department heads and teaching staff to assess cover needs and promptly address any scheduling conflicts or special requirements.
- Maintain clear and efficient communication channels between school management, staff, and substitute teachers.
- Keep accurate records of teacher absences and substitute placements using the school's information systems.
- Prepare and distribute resources and instructional materials as required by substitute teachers.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of substitute teachers and provide feedback to improve teaching effectiveness.
- Ensure that all cover teachers understand and adhere to school policies and student behavior management strategies.
- Assist in the induction and training of new staff and substitute teachers.
- Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity.
- Contribute to the overall administration and smooth running of the school.
- A minimum of 6 months experience in the UK education sector.
- Strong administrative and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Proficient in using school management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- A commitment to professional ethics and a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- A Bachelor's degree in Education, Business Administration, or related field is preferred.