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Tolworth Girls' School & Sixth Form – Cover Supervisor
Tolworth Girls' School & Sixth Form is a World Class School with high expectations and a strong culture of aspiration. Our students are encouraged to aim high, work hard and enjoy every aspect of school life. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated and professional support staff team.
The Role
You will supervise classes across the school, ensuring students remain engaged in the cover work set by their class teacher. The role also offers opportunities to support wider school life, including extra‑curricular activities, trips, clubs and workshops.
About You
We are looking for a conscientious, adaptable team player who thrives in a busy school environment. Strong communication skills and confident use of written and spoken English are essential. You should be computer literate, with experience using Microsoft Office and ideally Arbor or a similar system—although full training will be provided. A D1 minibus licence is highly desirable.
This is a term‑time only position, 8.15am–3.45pm. The role can be part‑time (minimum three days) or full‑time, but must include Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Our Accreditations
Our most recent OFSTED inspection (September 2023) confirmed that Tolworth Girls' School & Sixth Form remains Outstanding. A recent Quality Assurance Review with Challenge Partners also recognised us as a Leading School. We are proud to hold World Class School Accreditation, reflecting our commitment to delivering exceptional education.
Why Join Us?
Staff wellbeing is central to our values. We offer a wide range of benefits, including:
Competitive contributory pension scheme
Free eye tests
Cycle to Work scheme
Free flu vaccinations
Discounted on‑site gym membership
Free on‑site parking
Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling services
Extensive training, development and coaching opportunities
We also enjoy taking part in charity events, celebrating achievements and making time to connect as colleagues in our dedicated staffroom.
Safeguarding
Tolworth Girls' School & Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. As part of our due diligence, shortlisted candidates may be subject to an online search. Any concerns identified will be discussed at interview.
All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance.
We are committed to building a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Tolworth Girls' School & Sixth Form reserves the right to close this advert early should suitable candidates apply. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Direct applications only – no recruitment agencies.
Safeguarding Statement
Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
As part of the Academy’s due diligence, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search to identify any incidents or issues which are publicly available online. If there is anything concerning, candidates will be asked to comment on it at interview.
The Academy is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all members of the community regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation.