Cover Supervisor (Casual) - Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley

About Us

Be part of a community that values dignity, community, wisdom, and hope. Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth. Enjoy access to excellent facilities and resources to support your teaching, including the use of iPads for every student as part of our innovative approach to learning. Make a positive impact on the lives of young people and lifelong learning.

About Holy Trinity Church of England School:

Holy Trinity Church of England School is a vibrant and inclusive community located in Crawley, a culturally rich and diverse town. The school operates a minibus service for staff at the start and end of the day serving the three stations in Crawley (Ifield, Crawley and Three Bridges). Rooted in Christian values, our ethos is underpinned by four key values: dignity, community, wisdom, and hope. We are dedicated to inspiring every student and providing an environment where our students can truly excel, both academically and personally. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and warmly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences.

If you’re passionate, driven and share our belief in the key values of dignity, community, wisdom and hope which underpin our school then we invite you to apply and bring your unique voice and talents to our team. As part of our team, you’ll be supported in your professional development and have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our curriculum. We are committed to raising standards and unlocking the potential of every child, and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for excellence and innovation.

Job Details

The Role

The successful candidate will supervise classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring that students remain engaged with their learning and that high standards of behaviour and conduct are maintained. Induction and training will be provided, enabling the successful candidate to develop the skills and confidence required to support students effectively. This casual Cover Supervisor role offers an excellent level of flexibility, making it ideal for individuals who are not looking to commit to fixed weekly hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Classroom Supervision: Supervise classes in the absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain on task and complete the work provided.
• Behaviour Management: Maintain high standards of behaviour in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Student Support: Develop positive professional relationships with students and provide appropriate support to enable successful learning.

What You Need to Succeed

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Good qualifications to at least GCSE level (or equivalent), including strong written English.
• Good IT skills and confidence using technology-based systems.
• Experience of working with young people, either in education or community settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive professional relationships with students.
• Flexibility, resilience and a willingness to supervise lessons across a range of curriculum subjects, including outdoor sports.
• An understanding of, and commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Further Information

Holy Trinity CofE School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.