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Cover Supervisor

Job details
Posting date: 17 April 2024
Salary: £24,702.00 per year
Additional salary information: 24702 - 24702
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 May 2024
Location: Northampton , NN3 3QF
Company: Vacancy Filler
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: APR20247468

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Summary

The Arbours Primary Academy is now recruiting for a Cover Supervisor. This role could be your next career opportunity.
If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.
We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.
About the role
The Cover Supervisor provides cover supervision for released teachers, across the Academy, and generally support the smooth operation of the Academy staff at other times. They play a vital role in contributing to the culture, ethos and well-being of the whole Academy.
Monday to Friday 32.5 hours per week TERM TIME (39 WEEKS)
About our Academy
The DRET Way – Crafting an unbeatable learning climate through our Warm:Strict philosophy, we hold un-apologetically high expectations for and of the students in our care. We have clear boundaries, rules and routines because students deserve to feel safe and calm in school.
We value the acquisition of powerful knowledge as a goal in itself, and as an entitlement for all children. We invest significant time and resource into ensuring that students gain a knowledge base that is ambitious in scope so that it can empower them as active citizens of their community now and in the future. Alongside a rigorous and challenging academic curriculum, students are enriched by a broad range of sport, art and musical opportunities.
Salary & Benefits

NJC 8 FTE £24,702 per annum, £19,058.79 pro-rata
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
Awards and Recognition Scheme
Flexible working patterns
Benefits Platform

discounts on car leasing
holiday discounts
cinema tickets
restaurant booking discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme


Who we are looking for
It is important for a Cover Supervisor to have the skills and confidence needed to keep the class motivated and focused so they can work on the activities set and prepared for them. The role requires you to support pupils as they work through the lesson and to understand how to help them to complete tasks, where needed.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning

PROVIDE COVER SUPERVISION
You will, as directed by the Headteacher supervise students in their work during the absence of their teacher.
You will liaise with Subject Leaders and other teaching staff within the team, to ensure that instructions are clarified.

Teaching and Learning

You will liaise with LSAs regarding individual students being supported in any class being covered.
You will administer clear instructions to the class, based on the detailed work set and actively supervise students as they carry out work.
You will inform the subject teacher of any non-participation by individual students.
You will contribute to the evaluation of work set for cover lessons.
You will provide feedback on learning activities and contribute to Academy review and development planning.
You will contribute to behaviour management within the Academy in accordance with the school’s Behaviour Policy.
You will promote a pride in the Academy and its particular ethos.


MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Monitoring and Assessment

You will provide the support described below under the direction of your Cover Manager.


Mentoring, Supervision and Development

You will attend staff briefings and other meetings that fall within your working hours to keep up to date with operational matters and take part as necessary.
You will attend professional development that falls within your working hours to keep up to date with operational matters and take part as necessary.
In periods of working time in which you are not required to provide cover you will provide general support appropriate to your skills and experience.

About The David Ross Education Trust
The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.
Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.
Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.
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To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button.
Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.
All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.

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