Cover Supervisor

We are looking for an excellent Cover Supervisor to join our team at Malcolm Arnold Academy.

The Cover Supervisor plays a vital role in contributing to the culture, ethos, and well-being of the Academy.

• You will, as directed by the Cover Manager supervise students in their work during the absence of their teacher.
• Consult with Subject Leaders and other teaching staff within the team in which there is an absence where possible, to ensure that instructions are clarified.
• Liaise with LSAs regarding individual students being supported in any class being covered.
• Administer clear instructions to the class, based on the detailed work set and actively supervise students as they carry out work.
• Following up on any matters arising from cover lessons such as insufficient or inappropriate work set with the relevant subject leaders.
• Observe and be present in lessons relevant to your cover supervision to allow you to be familiar with the students, work, and approaches.
• Ad-hoc immediate short-term cover in the case of unforeseen circumstances not planned with the Cover Manager.

For a full insight about the role please view the job description.

Permanent, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

At Malcolm Arnold Academy, we seek to broaden the horizons of each and every one of our students, helping them to achieve at the highest level both academically and in their talents outside the classroom. Our curriculum is rich in powerful knowledge, supporting students to reach their academic potential.

Our pastoral system, led by our dedicated and caring staff, is at the heart of support for each student, and we aim to help everyone studying and working at the academy to build good relationships.

• NJC8, FTE £27,709 per annum, pro rata £24,339.15 (Including pending pay award)
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses
• 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:
  Health & Wellbeing Programme:
  Cycle to Work Scheme

• A good standard of education, including GCSEs in Maths and English
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with students, colleagues, clients, and academy staff at an appropriate level.
• Excellent organisation, prioritisation and time management skills
• Knowledge and or experience of working with children and young people
• Ability to motivate and encourage children to meet their targets for learning and/or behaviour
• A strong record and evidence of continuous professional and personal development.

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

We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world-class, knowledge-rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential. Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North-East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff.

Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London’s Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2-19 with a broad range of special educational needs.

As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement  the heart of our Mission is a deep…