Cover Supervisor

Gosforth Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living wage

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

Great Park Academy, part of Gosforth Group, is seeking a dedicated role to supervise classes in the absence of the class teacher and support a range of subjects across the school site. The successful candidate will assist the Pastoral Team, implement work programmes, manage behaviour and help pupils with varied activities in line with policies.

They will deliver learning activities to pupils in different settings, provide feedback to pupils and colleagues on learning and behaviour, and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Clear understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities.
• Excellent ICT skills to support learning.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during the absence of the class teacher.
• Support across a variety of subjects on site.
• Work with the Pastoral Team and implement work programmes.
• Manage student behaviour and promote inclusion.
• Deliver learning activities in different settings and provide feedback.

Skills

Relationship building

Classroom management

ICT proficiency

Behaviour management

Curriculum knowledge

Adaptability

Job description

Great Park Academy
Primrose Lane
Great Park
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE13 9FR

The successful candidate will be required to supervise classes during the absence of the class teacher. They will support a variety of subjects across the school site. This will include supporting the work of the Pastoral Team, implementing work programmes, managing student behaviour and assisting students in relevant activities in line with the school’s and Multi Academy Trust’s policies and procedures. They will deliver learning activities to pupils in a range of classroom settings, including working with individuals, small groups and whole classes, providing feedback to pupils and colleagues on learning and behaviour. They will be aware of national frameworks, typical curricula and teaching methods and expectations in the relevant key stages and they will use behaviour management strategies which contribute to a purposeful learning environment. They will communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning, promoting inclusion and acceptance of all pupils in the classroom.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Ability to relate well to children and adults and in particular able to establish positive relationships with pupils
• A clear understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities
• Excellent ICT skills and the proven ability to use them effectively to support learning
• Ability to respond positively and effectively to unexpected problems and situations
• A working knowledge of national or foundation stage curriculum and other relevant learning programmes/strategies
• A relentless drive to secure the best possible outcomes for students of all abilities

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• A competitive salary- as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
• Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
• An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
• Enthusiastic and motivated students
• An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
• A school with its community at heart
• An exciting programme of staff wellbeing activities
• Wider career development opportunities to be involved across Gosforth Group

Applications are shortlisted for interview asthey are received, and so early application isencouraged. We reserve the right tocommence the interview process and close thevacancy prior to this date.

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

About Us

We are a new secondary school that opened in September 2021. At Great Park Academy, our principal aim is to provide outstanding education for students from Years 5 to 11. We are a popular academy with a reputation in the local community for providing a safe, positive, caring and nurturing environment where children can thrive as learners. With high expectations and standards of achievement, both academic and personal, we encourage students to make excellent progress and to achieve their goals and aspirations. We offer learning experiences that support personal development and our staff promotes a love of learning which will be with our students throughout their lives. Great Park Academy is one of two new schools within Gosforth Group multi-academy trust. Our new school building, located in Great Park, opened in 2025 will service 1,200 students from Year 5 to Year 11. This is an exciting time to join our team, our growing academy provides great opportunities for professional development and career progression, as well as the chance to support us in shaping the future of Great Park Academy.

Safeguarding Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders on our website within Trust Policies.

Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.