About this Role
Cover Supervisor
Keyham Lodge School
Salary:
Grade 7 Pay Point 11-14 (approximate starting salaryof £20,164 ) *Pending Support Salary Uplift Pending*
Hours:
32.5 hours per week and 39 weeks per year ( Term Time of 38 weeks, plus one extra week including INSET days)
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Monday 08:30-16:15, Tuesday & Wednesday 08:30-15:30, Thursday 08:30-15:15 and Friday 08:30-15:00.
About the Role
We are looking for a caring, experienced and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to work alongside the class teacher to support learning in class and run interventions, to join our team and be a proactive integrated member of the School Staff Team.
As part of your role you will, under the direction of a teacher, support in the learning process and utilise your skills to assist the teacher to create an educational environment in which a pupil's all-round development is achieved.
Why ChooseKeyham Lodge School?
Our school is a truly special place-a thriving community where diversity is celebrated, and every student is valued. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to create a nurturing, inclusive environment that breaks down barriers to learning and supports pupils from a variety of ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds. We are committed to closing attainment gaps and fostering a child-centred, learning-focused setting where everyone can flourish.
We believe in providing education that extends beyond the classroom, preparing our students for success in all aspects of life. Lessons in vocational studies truly impact our student's success for future destinations and career journeys. If you have experience in construction-either in industry or education-that's a bonus, but it's your willingness to learn and grow that matters most. We care deeply about the well-being of our staff and students, recognising this as the foundation of our school's success.
"The school continues to train teachers to use the most effective teaching methods. This means staff are extremely knowledgeable about the special educational needs of pupils and how to adapt their teaching to meet these needs."- OFSTED
Key Responsibilities
- In the absence of a teacher, to supervise a class of students, ensuring they areengaged in learning activity that has been set by a teacher. This may includeexplaining the work to be completed and answering questions from pupils to ensurethat they understand what is required of them.
- To liaise with teachers / other relevant staff with regard to work set for a class.
- To feedback to the relevant teacher on pupil engagement in the set work and also onany issues that may have arisen during the covered lesson(s).
- To help prepare, monitor and maintain a safe and secure learning environment in linewith the teacher's lesson plans.
- To support the maintenance of an activity bank, and draw upon this in the event thatpupils complete the pre-set work more quickly than expected, in order to ensure thatpupils are engaged in constructive activity throughout the period of cover.
What We're Looking For
Qualifications:
- NVQ 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning,or equivalent,OR Able to demonstrate the ability to meet theSTL Level 3 National OccupationalStandards relevant to this post.
- Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracyand English/literacyOR Able to demonstrate competency inliteracy and numeracy equivalent to level 2.
Experience:
- Experience of working with students in aformal setting
Skills & Knowledge:
- Knowledge of child protection and healthand safety procedures.
- Ability and willingness to undertakeprofessional development.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively manage pupilbehaviour in accordance with school policyand procedure.
Please refer to the JobDescription and Person Specification to support your application.
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth &Support
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Access to learning networks and visits to otherorganisations.
- Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
- Highly committedand motivated Team.
- A role which hasthe opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
- A establishedCentral Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues.
Work-Life & WellbeingBenefits
- Flexible working options.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Defined benefit pension scheme.
- Be an integralmember of the team in a vibrant school.
- Create anoutstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
- Play a significantpart in continuing to develop our school.
- Be part of a widercommunity of Discovery Schools Trust.
- Free childcare.
Additional Perks
- Free parking.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Gym discounts.
- Eyecare vouchers.
- Dental support.
- Retail discounts.
- Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.
Equal Opportunities &Accessibility
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity inour workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless ofgender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation.
Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents
More about Discovery SchoolsTrust
Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learningand teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of allchildren are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of theschool they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared throughlearning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leadingpractitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvementsystem which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also placesstaff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart ofachieving outstanding organisations.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosureand Barring Service (DBS) and references.
AI
While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in craftingpersonal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expectapplicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust mayutilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will beconsidered when shortlisting.
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