Cover Supervisor (Fixed Term)

Charnwood College is now recruiting for a Cover Supervisor (Fixed Term). This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team and provide cover supervision for absent teachers and generally support the smooth operation of the Academy at other times. This is a vital role in contributing to the culture, ethos and well-being of the whole Academy.

This is a fixed term position (until July 2025), working 32.5 hours per week, 40 weeks per year

About our Academy

Charnwood College is an oversubscribed 11 to 18 school, which has seen significant improvements over the last five years. The most recent Ofsted inspection rated the school as Good in all areas stating that ‘Pupils at Charnwood College experience a culture of respect and positivity’ and that ‘Leaders have established an inclusive and calm environment in which pupils can learn’. Staff and students follow ‘The Charnwood Way’, to create a positive, learning culture in which all students are immersed. The spacious, well-maintained site offers excellent facilities over 40 acres. We have dedicated areas for a variety of sports, the arts and technology subjects.

We are proud of our ambitious, knowledge-rich curriculum providing broad and balanced opportunities for our students. As part of the David Ross Education Trust, the curriculum is hugely supported through Curriculum Leads, resources and training sessions. Teachers follow a common lesson rubric and embedded routines to deliver high quality learning and consistency across the school. All classrooms are well equipped and have a visualisers in every room.

We continue to develop our outstanding enrichment opportunities, covering sport, arts, music and adventurous and residential visits, to inspire participation, motivate our students and develop talent. We have a varied calendar of events throughout the year showcasing these areas and staff are encouraged and supported to develop learning outside the classroom.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC8 £25,992 FTE per annum £20,568 pro rata
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click 'here'

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.