Cover Supervisor - Chesham Grammar School

Buckinghamshire Council; White Hill; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school is seeking Cover Supervisors to provide lesson cover and support project work as needed. Ideal candidates will have experience in a school environment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding children. Training and support will be provided for successful applicants.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Free on-site parking

Subsidised gym membership

Staff social events

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a school environment preferred.
• Maths and English to at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent required.
• Willingness to undergo child protection screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide lesson cover across the school as required.
• Support project work fitting around lesson cover needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT competency

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

GCSE Grade C in Maths and English

Degree qualification (desirable)

Teaching qualification (desirable)

Job description

Location: Chesham

Overview

Term time only: Yes

Salary Type: Bucks pay

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)

Interviews to be held: Thursday 12 June 2025

About us

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CHESHAM GRAMMAR SCHOOL:

Chesham Grammar School is one of the largest employers in the town of Chesham. We know that our staff are our most important resource and we try to do all we can to look after them. Our vision is for everyone at CGS to enjoy, achieve and belong. This applies to staff as much as to our students.

• A strong commitment to ensuring staff workload is manageable and to staff wellbeing
• High staff retention
• Staff social events
• London Fringe Allowance
• Long service awards
• Preferential admission for qualified children of school staff
• Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• A comprehensive induction programme for new staff
• Strong commitment to ongoing staff CPD, including support for NPQs
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised gym membership at Chesham Leisure Centre (next door to the school)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our team of Cover Supervisors in this outstanding school. You will provide lesson cover across the school, as required.

There may be an opportunity for project work to fit around the needs of the lesson cover requirements.

Experience of working in a school environment is preferred but not essential.

Training and support will be provided.

Please see attached pack for further information.

About you

PERSON SPECIFICATION
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Maths and English to at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent
Degree qualification (desirable)
Teaching qualification (desirable)

EXPERIENCE
Experience of working within a school environment
IT competency
Experience of working with young people

PERSONAL SKILLS AND QUALITIES

The ability to work as part of a team
The ability to work independently and use initiative
Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
Excellent interpersonal skills
High attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Willing to be flexible and adaptable
Working to tight deadlines
Good sense of humour (desirable)

Red Kite Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 174 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent cautions and convictions cautions

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.