We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Cover Supervisor to join our team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA).
Job Overview
This is a Grade 5, permanent full-time post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £24,998 pro rata and the full-time equivalent is £29,064.
What we’re looking for
Cover Supervisors to complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for delivering agreed learning activities to whole classes of students to cover for short-term absences of staff. This will involve planning, preparing and delivering learning programmes to whole classes, ensuring that the educational provision for students is not detrimentally affected by staff absence. You will also be responsible for assessing the progress of students in lessons and recording assessments on the appropriate school systems.
Minimum requirements
You will need to have excellent numeracy and literacy skills and be qualified to NVQ Level 2 or higher. You will also require experience of working with or caring for children of a relevant age and an understanding of the national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes/strategies.
Main responsibilities
* Co-ordinate and plan schemes of work to be used by teaching assistants undertaking specified teaching work, in collaboration with teaching colleagues.
* Contribute to Senior Management Team or Departmental Management Team.
* Line management and supervision of support staff, including implementation of performance management procedures.
* Supervise work that has been set in accordance with school policy.
* Manage the behaviour of students to ensure a constructive learning environment.
* Take appropriate responsibility and action for safeguarding; be aware of confidential issues and maintain appropriate records.
* Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection and report all concerns to an appropriate person.
Safeguarding and equality
All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the job description. Prospere Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Benefits
* High quality CPD for all roles
* Bupa Level 1 Health Plan with annual cash back for everyday health care expenses
* Generous Pension Contribution
* Good holidays for non-teaching staff (26 days plus bank holidays, increasing with service)
* Cyclescheme and wellness benefits
* Employee Assistance Programmes, including free counselling and 24/7 helplines
* Credit Union savings and loans
* Flexible working options where possible
* Mental Health First Aid in every school
* Blue Light Card discounts and other benefits
* Visit prospere.org.uk for more about our Trust
How to apply
Please apply using Job Train. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Shortlisted candidates will undergo safeguarding checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.
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