Cover Supervisor Course

Tyne Academy

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - Included

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

• Cover Supervisor Course 25:00

  • 1: Cover Supervisor 2 11:00
  • 2: Cover Supervisor 1 10:00
  • 3: Final Assessment 04:00

The Cover Supervisor Course focuses on developing core administrative and classroom management capabilities essential for temporary or daily classroom supervision roles. The course is structured around key topics such as managing student behavior, maintaining lesson continuity, safeguarding awareness, and adapting to various classroom scenarios.

In parallel, the course integrates Microsoft 365 tools into real-world education and administration contexts. You will learn to use Microsoft Word to format lesson plans, Microsoft Excel for attendance tracking and data reporting, and Microsoft PowerPoint to support lesson delivery. Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams are covered extensively, ensuring you are fully prepared to communicate and collaborate effectively with school staff and leadership. Developing Microsoft 365 expertise and Office skills is central to this course, with practical applications highlighted in every module.

Microsoft 365 tools are essential in modern educational environments, and this course ensures you can confidently use Microsoft products for document management, communication, scheduling, and collaborative work. By mastering Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook, you'll be well-prepared for the day-to-day demands of a Cover Supervisor. Office skills such as file management, digital communication, and productivity tracking are reinforced throughout the curriculum, ensuring immediate application in school environments.

Microsoft 365 familiarity is not just a bonus—it is a necessity for Cover Supervisors, and this course ensures you develop fluency across Microsoft platforms. Whether you are creating reports in Microsoft Excel or sharing resources via Microsoft Teams, these Office skills will streamline your performance and improve your effectiveness in the classroom.

By the end of this course, you will understand how to balance classroom responsibilities with digital efficiency. You’ll be able to apply Microsoft 365 knowledge practically, use Microsoft tools to support your role, and apply Office skills across various educational settings.

This course is suitable for:

• Individuals seeking entry into school-based roles without teaching qualifications

• Teaching assistants looking to progress into supervisory positions

• Administrative professionals transitioning into education

• Career changers looking to leverage their Microsoft 365 and Office skills in a school setting

• Those aiming to enhance their Microsoft knowledge while gaining practical supervisory skills

There is no formal prerequisite for this Cover Supervisor course.

Upon completion, learners can pursue roles such as:

• Cover Supervisor

• Classroom Supervisor

• School Administrator

• Learning Support Assistant (with Office skills focus)

• Exam Invigilator with Microsoft 365 competencies

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