Cover Supervisor/Learning Mentor - T/T only + 1 SDD

The Charles Dickens School; Broadstairs; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Broadstairs seeks a full-time Teaching & Supervisory role for term-time only. The ideal candidate will support curriculum delivery, supervise students, and contribute to staff development in a dynamic learning environment. The position requires strong communication skills, degree-level education, and a commitment to safeguarding. Salary ranges from £26,393 to £27,713, pro-rata.

Qualifications

• Excellent communicator, motivated and able to work independently.
• Good ICT skills and proficiency with interactive whiteboards.
• Degree level education or equivalent; teaching qualification encouraged.
• Experience or willingness to supervise pupils in a school environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Teach lessons and support curriculum delivery for pupils.
• Supervise students to maintain learning continuity in the absence of teachers.
• Provide learning support and mentoring to staff and students.
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance records.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to school improvement plans.

Job description

About the Trust

Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT) is a multi‑academy Trust established in 2017. It comprises three secondary schools: Barton Court Grammar School (11‑18, mixed selective, rated Good by Ofsted in February 2020 and November 2024), The Charles Dickens School (11‑16, mixed non‑selective, rated Good by Ofsted in March 2023), and Barton Manor Free School (11‑18, mixed non‑selective, rated Good by Ofsted in May 2025).

About the School

The Charles Dickens School is a non‑selective, oversubscribed 11‑16 school in Broadstairs, Kent. In 2022 it was rated the most improved school in Kent (out of 101 secondary schools) and one of the most improved schools in the country. In 2023, 2024 and 2025 its results have continued to strengthen. The school has a strong reputation for high expectations, a broad curriculum and specialist facilities across sport, hospitality, engineering, dance, drama, music and art. It provides Specialist Resource Provision for visually‑impaired children and is fully equipped with state‑of‑the‑art whiteboards.

The Post

This is a full‑time teaching and supervisory post of Teaching & Supervisory with a term‑time only role. Working hours are 08:00–16:00 Monday‑Thursday and 08:00–15:30 Friday, with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break. The post offers a staff development day each term.

Salary

BCAT Range 6 – £26,393 – £27,713 (pro‑rata £22,634 – £23,766).

Key Responsibilities

• Teach lessons and support curriculum delivery for pupils.
• Supervise students to maintain learning continuity in the absence of teachers.
• Provide learning support and mentoring to staff and students.
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance records.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to school improvement plans.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Excellent communicator, motivated and able to work independently.
• Good ICT skills and proficiency with interactive whiteboards.
• Degree level education or equivalent; teaching qualification encouraged.
• Experience or willingness to supervise pupils in a school environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online only via the school’s recruitment form. CVs will not be accepted. Email any questions to [e-mail]. Deadline: Friday 21 November 2025 at 09:00. Early applications are encouraged and the vacancy may be filled before the deadline. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 24 November 2025.

EEO & Safeguarding

BCAT embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. The post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check and a check against the ISA Barred List for Children. All staff share a commitment to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.