At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate daily cover arrangements and deliver excellent classroom support.
- Company: St Dominic’s School, a respected special school in Surrey.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension schemes, mental health support, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Pathways for progression and a commitment to inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience working with children and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary
Grade S4, scale point 24 – 27; FTE £30,968.00 - £33,540.00; Actual: £26,517.87 £28,720.27; Dependent on qualifications and experience
Working Pattern
36hrs/week; 07:30-16:00, Monday to Thursday, 07:30-14:30 Friday, Term Time Only
St Dominic’s School is a highly regarded special school in Surrey, catering for pupils and Sixth Form students aged 7 to 19 with diverse academic abilities and complex needs.
The school offers comprehensive in-house therapeutic services and purpose‑built medical facilities, supporting each student to reach their full potential.
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and flexible
Cover Supervisor to coordinate and allocate daily cover arrangements for planned and unplanned staff absence.
The successful candidate will have experience in coordinating a timetable and working with children.
Excellent time management, organisational skills and working to deadlines is essential.
The role involves two‑thirds classroom cover and one‑third cover‑supervisor duties and responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivery of excellent classroom cover (two‑thirds of role).
- Managing and organising cover arrangements for planned and unplanned staff absences, both teaching and non‑teaching.
- Mentoring of supply and cover staff.
- Safeguarding, health & safety, and behaviour management.
- Contribution to multi‑disciplinary and collaborative working.
- Line management and mentoring of supply staff, both teaching and non‑teaching.
- Key Requirements
- Experience of working with children.
- Experience of coordinating a timetable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Benefits
- Pension Scheme – enrolment in either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), offering life cover and financial protection.
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Cycle Scheme, Employee Car Lease Scheme, Home Electronics Scheme).
- Employee Well‑being – access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, enhanced parental leave, Employee Assistance Programme, My Gym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme and Free Virtual GP Appointments.
- Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more).
- Other (Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme).
Closing Date
Equal Opportunities
Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust is committed to promoting and advancing equality of opportunity by attracting and retaining the most diverse range of students, staff and partners.
Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all.
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