Cover (Substitute) Teachers

JOB OUTLINE

1.a Reason

**•**To supervise classes during the absence of the teacher

• To provide in class support

• To deliver aspects of our intervention programme

1.b Duties

**•**Provide students with and supervise work that has been set by the teacher

• Manage the behaviour of students whilst they are undertaking this work to ensure a constructive and positive environment

• Respond to any questions from students and provide support and guidance

• Deal with any immediate problems or emergencies according to the school's policies and procedures.

• If required, collect completed students' work after the lesson and pass to the appropriate teacher

• Complete the cover lesson report form

• Report, as appropriate using the school's agreed referral procedures, on the behaviour of students during the class and on any problems arising**•**

1.c Equalities

Be aware of and support differences and ensure that students have equality of access to opportunities to learn, develop and achieve.

1.d Health & Safety

Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety and security, confidentiality and data protection; and report all concerns to an appropriate person.

2. Job context

The job is to provide cover for whole classes during the absence of teachers. The teacher may be absent on sick leave or to participate in professional development or to attend a meeting or to allow time for planning, preparation or assessment.

3 .. Contacts

The cover teacher works directly with the school administrators, teachers and students and has no routine and regular contact with parents.

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience of working with students of the relevant age

• Competence in the use of ICT to support teaching and learning

• Ability to manage whole groups of students within a classroom setting

PS: To be eligible for the position of a cover teacher, applicants should be residing in Oslo or its vicinity. Additionally, candidates are required to possess both a Norwegian bank account and a valid residence permit for employment in Norway.