What skills and experience we're looking for As a Cover Supervisor, you will provide supervision of pupil learning within the academy. You will need to respond to questions, generally assist students to undertake set activities and uphold standards of behaviour in the classroom. In addition to cover needs, you will be required to work alongside teaching and classroom-based staff to provide general support for departments. This is a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the academy/school. It is important for you to be ICT literate and competent in using a variety of software packages. Essential • GCSE Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent, in English and Maths (C) • NVQ Level 3 qualification and/or equivalent practical work experience (A/I/C) • Communicating and working effectively, confidently, and respectfully with senior colleagues whilst maintaining confidentiality (A/I/R) • Working within a school and team environment (A/I/R) • Working within a partnership context, including co-ordinating collaborative activities and plans (A/I) • Highly organised and self-motivated, with the ability to manage time to ensure that deadlines are met (A/I) • ICT skills to produce quality reports and documents, and to create and manage simple databases (A/I) • Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a wide range of people (A/I) • Proven ability to work as part of a team member to achieve goals in effective co-operation (A/I) • Ability to work independently, with good awareness of when to take initiative and when to check and confirm actions (A/I) • Ability to be well organised and accurate in all aspects of the role with the ability to prioritise (A/I) • Ability to work well under pressure and to respect sensitive and confidential information (A/I) • Ability to form strong and effective working relationships with colleagues, within the academies and in partner organisations, even when working remotely (A/I) • Diplomacy and discretion and the ability to appropriately manage confidential information (A/I) • Knowledge of the use of the School Information System (A/I/R) Desirable • Higher Level Teaching Assistant status (C) • The ability to travel independently across the Trust (I) What the school offers its staff We offer an extensive range of opportunities, incentives and benefits with this post including: • Contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) • Minimum entitlement of 34 days holiday (subject to pro rata if working part time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays • Access to the Delta benefits website with discounts on retailers, holidays, days out, etc • Access to Cycle to Work scheme, car leasing and technology scheme • Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice • Training and development opportunities • Access to a Gym Commitment to safeguarding In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process. The Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its students and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists.