How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?
Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or the equivalent).
If the trial is successful, we'll be rolling out the 4DWW across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join!
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ
Salary: Up to GBP25,000.00 per annum depending on experience (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Cover Supervisor to join our close-knit team at Underley Garden School, part of Options Autism.
About the role
As a Cover Supervisor, your main objective is to provide high-quality teaching and learning cover across the school. You will be responsible for leading whole classes, managing challenging behaviours, and ensuring all pupils remain focused and on track to meet their lesson objectives. This role is crucial in maintaining consistency and continuity of education for the pupils, particularly when teachers are absent or engaged in other school activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Cover timetabled classes throughout the week in addition to covering general absences.
* Deliver high-quality lessons and occasionally deal with challenging behaviour in the classroom.
* Ensure all students are focused and on track to meet lesson objectives.
* Prepare the classroom for lessons.
Also, as a member of staff at our school, you would contribute to:
* The development, organisation, and implementation of the school's policy for the personal and social development of pupils, including pastoral care and guidance.
* The effective induction of pupils - baseline assessments.
* The promotion of standards of conduct/discipline and proper regard for authority, along with encouraging good behaviour.
About Us
Underley Garden School is a large school with small class sizes, focusing on pupils aged 5-19 with complex needs related to autism and learning disabilities, including communication, sensory, and behavioural challenges.
We adopt a holistic, person-centred approach to development and aim to ensure pupils achieve high standards. We offer a comprehensive education, care, and therapy portfolio tailored to individual needs.
Located near Kirkby Lonsdale, on the edge of the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, with good access to Lancaster, Cumbria, and surrounding areas.
Options Autism has provided care and education for over 16 years. As part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in innovative approaches that deliver measurable outcomes for those in our care.
In 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year.
Why join Options Autism?
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important, so you'll receive an exceptional rewards package including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
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