At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise classes and support students with diverse needs in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Join Newark Orchard, a special school dedicated to empowering young people.
- Benefits: Make a real difference, enjoy flexible working, and access professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with no two days the same and excellent career progression.
- Why this job: Be part of a caring team and help students thrive every day.
- Qualifications: Passion for education and ability to connect with young people.
The predicted salary is between 22050 - 26950 £ per year.
Newark Orchard is a thriving special school committed to providing outstanding education for children and young people aged 3-18 with a range of complex needs, including severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), moderate learning difficulties (MLD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We take a trauma-informed, relational approach to education, ensuring that every student feels safe, valued and empowered to succeed. Our school is not just a place of learning; it is a vibrant community built on trust, collaboration, and a shared vision of excellence. Our core values of aspire, achieve and thrive underpin everything we do, creating an environment where everyone can succeed.
At Newark Orchard School, we offer a high-quality pathway-based curriculum that is personalised to ensure our fantastic pupils make the best possible progress. Our staff are a talented, caring, resilient and ambitious team of people who are always committed to relational approaches and providing the best possible education, care and school experience for every pupil.
Newark Orchard School is proud to be part of CIT (Community Inclusive Trust), a Multi Academy Trust comprising of special and mainstream schools across Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire.
The benefits we can offer:
- The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
- A supportive induction process to help you develop within this role to be the best you can be and develop for your next career step.
- Access to high quality continuous professional development opportunities.
- A rewarding role where no two days are the same!
- Flexible working opportunities from day one of your employment with CIT.
- Access to the Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
- A Bike2Work Scheme.
For more information about this role or to arrange a visit to the school please contact Rebecca Turner.
Closing date for applications: Midnight, 25.11.2026
Interviews will take place: Date - Monday 7th December 2026
CIT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. Applicants may also be subject to a social media presence check.
Cover Supervisor Grade 5-6 employer: Newark Orchard School
Newark Orchard School is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a strong emphasis on professional development, flexible working opportunities, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, our team thrives in a culture built on trust and collaboration. Join us in our mission to empower every pupil to aspire, achieve, and thrive in a vibrant community that values each individual's contribution.
