Cover Supervisor

Salary: Grade 6, Point 7 - 12 of the Meridian Trust Special School Pay Table (£24,294 - £26,421 FTE).

This is a term-time only role plus 1 week - 32.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Actual Salary: £18,384.65 - £19,994.27

We are looking for a Cover Supervisor to join our experienced and dynamic team. The successful candidate will provide cover and supervision for classes of pupils during the absence of the teacher, ensuring that the work set is completed.

The Opportunity

• An excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience working with secondary age children
• A great possibility for recently qualified teachers who have not yet secured a teaching role who would like to gain extra experience in a classroom. 
• A chance to be part of a supportive team that works closely with class teachers, teaching assistants and senior leaders.

The Ideal Candidate

• Have a good educational background and experience working with young people
• Have a passion for education and improving the outcomes of young people
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills to effectively influence students   
• Be a team player, with a ‘can do’ solution focused attitude
• Possess outstanding communication skills and personal integrity
• Ability to remain calm and professional at all times

Benefits of Working for Us

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions
• Free and easily accessible on-site parking
• Free eyecare vouchers
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme, offering mental health and wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts, cashback and vouchers for education staff
• Free tea and coffee making facilities
• Family Friendly Policies

North Cambridge Academy offers a wide range of CPD opportunities through Meridian Learning as well as promotion opportunities as a growing school and within the wider family of Meridian Trust schools.

We are graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted with ‘Outstanding’ leadership. It is a fast growing school where every member of staff makes a profound difference to children’s life chances. 

We are situated to the north of the city, approximately a mile from the centre of Cambridge. There is easy access from the A14 and we are close to the new Cambridge North train station. Cambridge is a vibrant university city with a reputation as a great place to work and live.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Closing Date for Applications: Monday 15th July - 9am (early applications are encouraged).

Interviews to Take Place: Date to be confirmed.

Meridian Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities.

Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve. The Trust currently operates 31 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks.