Cover Supervisor

Working to cover short term absences, your role will be to supervise and actively engage with whole classes to ensure that cover work is delivered in a way that enables pupils to continue making progress.

Specific details regarding the role and skills and qualities that the successful candidate will need to demonstrate are in the attached job description and person specification. In addition to this we are looking for someone who:

• Will form constructive relationships with teaching colleagues to ensure learning and progress continues through cover lessons
• Will support pupils by ensuring the consistent delivery of school routines and expectations
• Will form positive relationships with pupils, being aware of SEND and other needs
• Will help support pupils at homework club and with occasional extra curricular activities
• When not supervising lessons will be proactive and flexible in supporting the school and pupils (e.g. examination support, SEND support, administration support)
• Is supportive of our inclusive and diverse nature as a school where differences are celebrated.

This role will offer you the ideal opportunity to develop your classroom management skills and experience and you will also have the opportunity to get involved in many other aspects of school life. If you are thinking about becoming a teacher, this role will give you invaluable skills and we will fully support your development.

The grade for the post is F/G (SCP 14 £27,409 – SCP 23 £32,076) pro rata to term time plus 5 days, actual salary £23,489 – £27,489. Salary depends on skills and experience.

Our aim is to ensure every young person is the best they can be and whilst we have already achieved much in achieving our goal, we recognise that there is so much more we can do. We are proud of our good reputation within the region and positive feedback we receive from students, parents, staff and external organisations such as Ofsted.

Application forms should be uploaded to the TES by 9am on 8th July 2024

Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via the TES and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Safeguarding Notice

Whickham School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. Before applying, please review our Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders.

Equal Opportunities

Whickham School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Benefits of working at Whickham School;

• You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team
• A flexible and proactive ethos
• Training and qualifications supported / encouraged
• Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Free, on-site parking
• Electric vehicle charging points based on site
• Bike to work scheme
• Free use of the school gym (after school hours)