Cover Supervisor

Teaching Vacancies; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in London is seeking a Cover Supervisor to oversee student study sessions when teachers are unavailable. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing a teaching career and offers flexible working hours during term time only. The institution prioritizes staff wellbeing and provides resources for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Access to National Professional Qualifications

CPD opportunities

Supportive staff environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or in an educational setting is preferred.
• Willingness to engage in training and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupil study sessions during teacher absences.
• Support students' educational needs in the classroom.

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a Cover Supervisor to oversee pupil study sessions when teachers are unavailable due to courses, trips, sickness, or other absences. This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain experience in a school environment, especially if you are interested in pursuing a teaching career in the future. The position is 31 hours per week, during term time only.

What the school offers its staff

Coombe Girls’ School & Sixth Form is a rewarding place to work. Our motivated students are eager to learn, and our dedicated staff are committed to providing exceptional teaching. We prioritize staff wellbeing by actively managing workload while maintaining high standards. Our staff are very supportive of each other.

We are a Google school, and staff are provided with Chromebooks to support their work. The school is within walking distance of New Malden train station, offering quick, direct links to central London, Surrey, and Hampshire. Parking is available on-site, and bike racks with showers are provided for colleagues who cycle to work.

Regarding Personal Development, we are committed to CPD. Staff have access to National Professional Qualifications and Thrive training. There are opportunities to collaborate across all five schools in the Trust, including primary and secondary schools, as well as with the central Trust team. The Trust aims to provide growth opportunities for colleagues within the organization.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organization is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process adheres to the "keeping children safe in education" guidance. Employment offers may be subject to checks such as: childcare disqualification, DBS, medical assessments, online and social media checks, prohibition from teaching, right to work verification, references, and suitability assessments. Applicants must disclose any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.