Cover Supervisor

Oakfield Academy; Frome; On-site; GBP 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Frome is seeking an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to inspire and support pupils. This term-time role involves delivering teaching plans, maintaining a positive environment, and contributing to student development. Candidates should have GCSE English and Maths and strong communication skills. The role offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for personal development, with a starting salary of £17,822 gross per annum.

Benefits

Term-time hours

Employee benefits such as retail discounts

Excellent pension scheme

Investment in continued professional development

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain a safe and positive environment for all learners.
• Create opportunities for learners to reach their potential.
• Proven ability to work using own initiative under the guidance of a teacher.

Responsibilities

• Run a club after school and undertake duties of staff covered.
• Support assessment and evidencing learning.
• Accompany pupils on trips.

Skills

Organised

Flexible

Resilient

High communication skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/Level 4 or above

Tools

Relevant technology/equipment

Job description

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We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative, Cover Supervisor to join our highly successful team of supportive colleagues whose shared purpose is to inspire and challenge all pupils at Oakfield Academy.

This role would be ideal for an organised, flexible and resilient person who can adapt quickly, challenge and support learners of all ages in a range of skills and be able to adapt to and deliver the plans from a wide range of teachers. The successful candidate will do their all to ensure learners of all abilities make progress in all lessons, enjoy their learning and feel happy and safe. They will encourage all pupils to reach the high expectations of our academy.

The role will be varied and include running a club after school and undertaking the duties of staff they are covering. There will be a timetable to follow when not covering lessons to support teachers in class. Flexibility in this post is paramount as no two days are the same.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all learners.
• Creating opportunities for all learners to reach their potential, irrespective of ability.
• Working with a wide range of class teachers to deliver excellent teaching and learning.
• Coaching children on a 1:1 or group basis.
• Supporting assessment and evidencing learning.
• Working with the teacher to create stimulating learning resources.
• Accompanying pupils on trips.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Term-time hours.
• Opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.
• Good opportunities for personal and career development.
• Employee benefits such as retail discounts.

THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/Level 4 or above.
• A proven ability to work using their own initiative under the guidance of a teacher.
• A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.
• The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.
• A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.

This post is for 30 hours per week, term time only plus 5 x INSET days. The actual salary will start at £17,822 gross per annum (£1,485 gross per month). There are four pay points within the grade and the post holder will move through these points, increasing their salary each April.

This role will require an enhanced DBS with a clear outcome, and you will also need to have the right to work in the UK documentation.

Oakfield Academy encourages employees to be part of the academy community and offers many benefits including holiday pay, an excellent pension scheme, and investment in continued professional development. Other relevant information is attached along with the Job Description.

Interviews will take place during the week commencing 30th June 2025.

Safeguarding Statement

Oakfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all our staff to share this commitment.