Cover Supervisor
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 35.5 hours, 39 weeks (term time plus one week)
Working pattern: Mon, Weds, Thurs & Fri 8am - 3.30pm, Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Salary: Pathway 4, points 14 – 18, £23,766 - £25,373 per annum (FTE £28,624 - £30,559)
Site: Thomas Deacon Academy
Closing date: 9am on 3rd March 2025
Start date: ASAP
Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.
Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in students’ lives?
Do you have the skills to manage a classroom and ensure a positive learning environment?
If so, Thomas Deacon Academy would like to hear from you!
Your role:
As a Cover Supervisor at Thomas Deacon Academy, you will teach whole classes in the absence of the regular teacher, using set lesson plans to ensure a high-quality learning experience for all students. You will prepare for lessons, liaise with teachers and Heads of Department, and provide feedback on student progress and behaviour. Your responsibilities include supervising students, managing classroom behaviour, and promoting the inclusion and acceptance of all students.
To excel in this role, you will need:
1. GCSEs in Maths and English (A* - C) or equivalent
2. Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
3. A basic understanding of child development and learning
4. Strong communication skills
5. The ability to work as part of a team
6. Experience in an educational setting
7. Effective ICT skills
8. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
About us:
The Academy’s recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024 noted that “pupils benefit from a welcoming environment where diversity is celebrated. They enjoy celebrating each other’s differences and participating in cultural activities. The school provides an ambitious curriculum that ensures pupils develop a strong foundation of knowledge and skills from Year 3 through to Year 13, preparing them well for their next stage of education or employment. The Ofsted inspection rated all areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth-form provision, as 'Good'.”
At Thomas Deacon Academy, we believe in the power of courtesy, commitment, compassion, courage, curiosity, and confidence. These values are at the heart of everything we do, and we are looking for someone who embodies them in their work.
Why work for us?:
Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits
At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programs. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one.
If you have the skills we are looking for, we can’t wait to meet you!
TDET - Working together to transform lives through education
Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.
If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at hrteam@tdet.education
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