Cover Supervisor

Cullompton Community College; Cullompton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-oriented secondary school in Cullompton is looking for a highly motivated Cover Supervisor. The role involves supervising classes during teacher absences and supporting students in their activities. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to student welfare. Experience in educational settings and fluency in English are required. This position offers the chance to be part of a dedicated team aiming to foster student progress and high expectations.

Benefits

Make a real difference to student learning

Inclusive working environment

Part of a committed Governing Body

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate the ability to work under the guidance of teachers.
• Fluency in spoken English is required.
• Experience in a school environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during the absence of teachers.
• Assist students in completing set activities.
• Support student learning and engagement.

Skills

Ability to work under supervision

Effective communication skills

Passion for student progress

Job description

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We seek to appoint a highly motivated, outstanding practitioner to work as a Cover Supervisor. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to work under the guidance of teachers / senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision. To supervise whole classes during the short‑term absence of teachers, respond to questions and generally assist students in undertaking set activities when fulfilling this supervisory role. This is a significant opportunity to work as part of a very successful team as part of our mission to promote student progress and deliver high expectations for all.

What we offer

• Be part of an excellent school at the heart of its community
• Make a real difference to the learning and achievement of young people
• Benefit from a wonderful, inclusive environment in which to express your passion and make your mark
• Work with a committed Governing Body

About Cullompton Community College

Cullompton Community College is a caring, welcoming and high‑achieving community school of approximately 755 students aged 11‑16. We aim to build up the self‑belief and confidence of all students in order to fulfil their potential. No pupil is left behind at Cullompton Community College – we are a truly comprehensive school which reflects the community it serves.

Safeguarding and Disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS disclosure is required for this post as is the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Please refer to our website for our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.

As part of our due diligence process when shortlisting, we may carry out an online search of publicly available material to identify any incidents or issues which we might want to explore with the applicant at interview. We also reserve the right to interview prospective candidates at any point and to close the advert early.

Safeguarding Statement

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 under the Exceptions Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). This means that both spent and unspent convictions and cautions may need to be disclosed. However, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ under filtering rules and do not need to be disclosed. Guidance on what should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Blackdown Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexuality or religion.

Disclosure and References

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). As part of our due diligence process when shortlisting, we may carry out an online search of publicly available material to identify any incidents or issues which we might want to explore with the applicant at interview.

References

References will be taken up on short‑listed candidates that will include questions about past disciplinary actions or allegations in relation to behaviour with children, previous employers may be approached for information to verify particular experiences or qualifications before interview.

Data Protection Act

Information held by Blackdown Education Partnership complies with and is stored in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. If your application is successful, the information you have provided in the ‘Personal Details’ section will be used for payroll purposes and may be disclosed to the Inland Revenue. It will be disclosed within the school for security and administration.

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