Cover Supervisor

Job Description

Cover Supervisor Job Type: Full time, Permanent (Term Time plus one week)Hours: 33 hours per weekLocation: Framingham EarlSalary: £24,294 - £25,979 per annumThe School is a welcoming and nurturing school. They recognise that everyone is different and that relationships are built on trust and mutual respect. It is important that they are all kind in their interactions with one another during every part of theschool day. If they feel safe they can work hard and achieve.The RoleAs a Cover Supervisor you will supervise whole classes to cover absences of teachers and to allow teachers to carry out professional duties and training. Cover Supervisors will give instructions for the lesson, as provided by the teacher, and keep studentson tasks while maintaining good order. Cover Supervisors will respond to general questions and provide general feedback to the teacher. Cover Supervisors will also be asked to cover duties such as form time, break supervision and lunch supervision.Key Responsibilities

• Supervise students while they are engaged in learning activities and deal with immediate problems and emergencies.
• Manage students’ behaviour within the behavioural policy of the school.
• Complete registers within timeframes specified.
• Set high expectations of conduct whilst acting as a role model.
• Respond to students’ queries on procedures, while keeping students on task.
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students within the classroom.
• within the school’s policies and procedures of equal opportunities.
• Provide objective and accurate feedback to the teacher on the conduct of the lesson and the behaviour of the students; Collect and pass on any completed work.
• Maintain and pass on any appropriate records, as agreed beforehand with the teacher.
• Deliver tutor session and/or supervise during assemblies, after taking an accurate register
• Provide support and assistance to teaching staff in large examinations or test groups.
• Support the use of ICT within the lesson as appropriate.
• Understand and ensure appropriate organisation/use of the classroom, equipment and resources.
• Accompany groups of students on school trips, ensuring their health and safety (to be at discretion of lead teacher).
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
• Be aware of and support difference and ensure all students have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• Participate in training and other learning activities, as required.
• Used to cover duties including break, lunch, before and after school.

Skills &Qualifications

• A good level of literacy and numeracy.
• Be educated to at least A-Level (or equivalent) standard.
• A degree level qualification, or equivalent, would also be an advantage, however, candidates with relevant experience should not be discouraged from applying.
• The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and
• an awareness of the impact of your own communication on others.
• Able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and
• flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit the team.
• Be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Be flexible and resilient in managing and executing their daily responsibilities.
• Able to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills.
• Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions.
• The ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.

To ApplyIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, then please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your applicationSapientia Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff must be prepared to undergo several vetting checks to confirm theirsuitability to work with children and young people. The Trust reserves the right to withdraw offers of employment where checks or references are deemed to be unsatisfactory.