Cover Supervisor/HLTA
| Posting date: | 01 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 April 2026 |
| Location: | Sidcup, DA14 4JN |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | e5000899-49aa-4e59-9231-bbd4fb472ba9 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The role of Cover Supervisor/Senior Teaching Assistant is distinct in being supportive for both staff and students, in varying capacities.
You will be required to deliver lessons on behalf of the class teacher during short-term absences. Liaise with the class teacher in advance of absences to ensure seating plans are consistent and resources are obtained in advance of the lessons.
In supporting teachers as a Senior Teaching Assistant, you will work under the instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom to support access to learning for students and provide general support to the teacher in the management of students and the classroom.
What the school offers its staff
Working for TKAT:
In return, as an employee of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), you will benefit from:
• A wide variety of opportunities for professional development, including the potential to develop your career at more than one TKAT academy;
• Opportunities to work flexibly, where possible;
• Our support for your wellbeing at work; and
• The rewards of working to improve the life chances of our pupils.
Further details about the role
Come and work at an exceptional school!
Working in a school can be one of the most rewarding, exhilarating and exciting experiences. We also recognise that it can be frustrating and hard work! We spend a considerable amount of time at work, so it is vital that we are in a place where we feel supported, fulfilled and can enjoy our working life. We believe we have this at Cleeve Meadow.
Cleeve Meadow School is an ambitious and dynamic SEND school providing a highly specialised education for 137 students between 11 and 19 years of age, who have moderate learning difficulties and may have other associated additional needs. Our school is a place where traditional values meet innovation. We have staff who are passionate about the very best education for our young people. We aim to inspire learners to seek what they do not yet know. You will find our school has a thoroughly inclusive approach to all we do, celebrating varied successes of our incredible students. Together, working in partnership with parents and carers, we successfully foster and develop a positive attitude in our young people and a belief in achieving beyond their expectations.
Cleeve Meadow aims to ensure that all students have the maximum opportunity to participate fully in society to enhance their life chances. The support and guidance students receive from staff will give them the confidence to learn independently and strive to achieve. The school aims to be a centre of excellence for its students, parents/carers, staff, local authorities and the wider community.
Commitment to safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic; this includes applicants wishing to work flexibly.
The role of Cover Supervisor/Senior Teaching Assistant is distinct in being supportive for both staff and students, in varying capacities.
You will be required to deliver lessons on behalf of the class teacher during short-term absences. Liaise with the class teacher in advance of absences to ensure seating plans are consistent and resources are obtained in advance of the lessons.
In supporting teachers as a Senior Teaching Assistant, you will work under the instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom to support access to learning for students and provide general support to the teacher in the management of students and the classroom.
What the school offers its staff
Working for TKAT:
In return, as an employee of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), you will benefit from:
• A wide variety of opportunities for professional development, including the potential to develop your career at more than one TKAT academy;
• Opportunities to work flexibly, where possible;
• Our support for your wellbeing at work; and
• The rewards of working to improve the life chances of our pupils.
Further details about the role
Come and work at an exceptional school!
Working in a school can be one of the most rewarding, exhilarating and exciting experiences. We also recognise that it can be frustrating and hard work! We spend a considerable amount of time at work, so it is vital that we are in a place where we feel supported, fulfilled and can enjoy our working life. We believe we have this at Cleeve Meadow.
Cleeve Meadow School is an ambitious and dynamic SEND school providing a highly specialised education for 137 students between 11 and 19 years of age, who have moderate learning difficulties and may have other associated additional needs. Our school is a place where traditional values meet innovation. We have staff who are passionate about the very best education for our young people. We aim to inspire learners to seek what they do not yet know. You will find our school has a thoroughly inclusive approach to all we do, celebrating varied successes of our incredible students. Together, working in partnership with parents and carers, we successfully foster and develop a positive attitude in our young people and a belief in achieving beyond their expectations.
Cleeve Meadow aims to ensure that all students have the maximum opportunity to participate fully in society to enhance their life chances. The support and guidance students receive from staff will give them the confidence to learn independently and strive to achieve. The school aims to be a centre of excellence for its students, parents/carers, staff, local authorities and the wider community.
Commitment to safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic; this includes applicants wishing to work flexibly.