Cover Supervisor

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Melksham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Menopause support network

Discounts for Teachers

Blue Light Discount

Eye Care Vouchers

CPD Programme

Job summary

Melksham Oak Community School is seeking a Cover Supervisor to join in a permanent, term-time role supporting students and staff. The post is part-time, 30 hours per week across 39 weeks, with a salary in the actual range stated by the school.

The role focuses on maintaining a safe, engaging classroom, stepping in for the class teacher when needed, and helping students reach their potential within a supportive academy trust.

Qualifications

• Have a genuine passion for working with young people and helping them to develop and achieve.
• Be a committed member of the team and able to contribute to wider school life.
• Have experience of working with students and young people in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Cover in the absence of the class teacher and supervise lessons.
• Support the class and contribute to a positive learning environment.

Skills

Passion for youth

Experience with students

Job description

The role: Cover Supervisor

The contract: Permanent

The Hours: 30hours per week over 39 working weeks (Term time only)

Salary M grade: Actual Salary £21, 985.92 - £24,807.10

Vacancy Details

Melksham Oak Community School is a large, thriving 11-18 secondary school where students of all abilities, aptitudes and social backgrounds are nurtured, encouraged and challenged to achieve their best.

In our most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was rated GOOD in all areas—a testament to the dedication and passion of our entire team and school community.

We couldn't do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and we are looking for a resourceful and self-motivated Cover Supervisor to join us.

If you are looking to continue your career in education in a classroom-based role, covering in the absence of the class teacher, then we want to hear from you. Come and join us on this exciting journey to help every student in our school reach their potential.

All About You

Do you have what it takes to join us? The Cover Supervisor we would like to join us will:

Have a genuine passion for working with young people and helping them to develop and achieve.

Be a committed member of the team and able to contribute to wider school life.

Have experience of working with students and young people in an educational setting.

Why Work for us?

We think you will love working with us and here are some of the reasons why:

We are a welcoming and supportive school with strong values and a caring ethos.

Our staff are a hardworking team dedicated to helping children succeed.

Our children are engaged and eager to learn.

We have a supportive leadership team and wider school community.

As part of The White Horse Federation multi-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, shared resources and outstanding CPD opportunities.

Why not come and see for yourself? We would love to welcome you to our school and show you around so that you can better understand our school environment. Please get in touch with the school office to arrange.

The White Horse Federation is a large Multi-Academy Trust in South West and South East England, committed to providing the very best education for our students. We believe in empowering our staff to be the very best they can be, and that is why you will find a wide range of professional development opportunities available to you when you join us.

The Advantages of joining our Federation

In addition, our employees reap the rewards of a competitive benefits package, including:

• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Menopause support network

Discounts, save money on holidays, clothing and much more:

• Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
• Blue Light Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers

Development

• Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
• CPD Programme
• Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential

Pension / Leave and Service

• Excellent Pension Scheme*
• Employer contributions above national standards
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• An additional White Horse concessionary day’s leave per year

The White Horse Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role, you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service before an appointment is confirmed. Please note that references will be sought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.

The White Horse Federation values uniqueness and recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. We value the contributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe that everyone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and operate a fair recruitment process, free from discrimination against protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act 2010.