Cover Supervisor

Glyn School; Epsom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Glyn School is seeking a Cover Supervisor to support secondary age students in their learning. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain classroom experience and is open to candidates at any stage of their career. Join a vibrant school community committed to educational excellence and student welfare.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Work-life balance policies

Career pathways and talent management

Staff benefits portal

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about supporting student learning.
• Pro-active team member with a can-do approach.
• Flexible and committed to the school's community.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes of students on pre-planned lessons.
• Provide guidance and support to students.
• Manage classroom expectations and behavior.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Teamwork

Flexibility

Commitment to student welfare

Job description

Glyn School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to supervise classes of students working on pre-planned lessons for absent teachers, providing guidance, support and classroom management expectations.

We are interested in hearing from all candidates, no matter what point in your career you are currently at, and welcome flexible working arrangements.

Your opportunity:

The post is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience working with secondary age students and would be ideal for someone looking for a career in teaching. The role is also an opportunity for recently qualified teachers who have not yet secured a teaching role who would like to gain extra experience in a classroom.

About Glyn School?

Glyn School is a high performing school, with an Ofsted ranking of ‘Outstanding’ since 2009. Ours is a vibrant school for boys aged 11-16 with a flourishing and successful mixed Sixth Form. Founded in 1927, we have a rich history of academic, sporting and artistic excellence and in 2014 we were designated a teaching school, one of a select number that represent the most outstanding and innovative practice nationally.

Glyn School has a reputation for challenging and stretching students with engaging and enriching teaching across all key stages. Our values sit at the heart of all we do and underpins our aspiration that every student leaves us equipped with the resilience and drive that will enable them to forge rewarding futures for themselves.

Learning and Teaching is at the heart of Glyn School. We aim to deliver lessons that inspire and engage students who will then go on to fulfil and exceed their potential.

What we are looking for:

The successful candidate will need to:

• Be passionate about supporting the teaching and learning of students.
• Be a pro-active member of the team with a can-do approach.
• Be flexible and committed.
• Be passionate about the students’ learning and welfare.
• Be keen to be part of the wider school community.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our School Support Team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity, and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

• GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details:

Start Date: ASAP

Contract type: Permanent

Working Hours: 32.5 hours per week 8.30am - 3.30pm with 30min unpaid break (Term Time Only)

GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.