Cover Supervisor

4 weeks ago

Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time

About The Role

We require a proactive person to cover classes and support students to help with their learning, whilst maintaining our high standards of behaviour. Your main purpose will be to deliver preset work in the absence of the teacher normally responsible for teaching a particular class, by utilising pre-prepared exercises. When no cover duties are required, you will undertake activities to assist teachers in the delivery of the curriculum.

This is a fantastic opportunity for either experienced cover supervisors or for someone looking to gain teaching experience.

What you will need to succeed:

For a full list of responsibilities please see the attached Job Description

Excellent literacy and numeracy skills and educated to a minimum requirement of Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science You will supervise classes for absent staff, delivering their lesson plans Provide guidance and support to enable pupils to find answers to questions and tasks set, using knowledge of each pupil’s differing levels of development and ability to ensure progression and continuity. Supervise individual or small groups of pupils undertaking teacher–led learning activities by coordinating and explaining basic instructions for the activity, adjusting activities within the scope of the lesson plan and learning outcomes in response to pupils’ learning. Assist pupil achievement by monitoring learning against learning outcomes, informing the teacher and or SENCO of progress/problems so that adjustments can be made accordingly. Support the development of literacy and numeracy skills of pupils from a wide variety of backgrounds


About Us

At Plympton Academy we believe in inspiring a culture of success for all, including our staff. We have a strong culture of staff development and support - high quality CPD, based on research and evidenced best practice, which is prioritised and supported through a tailored coaching programme. 

We work collaboratively with the best schools locally and nationally so that all teachers continue to thrive and engage in the latest teaching developments and practice. We prioritise good behaviour and strong pastoral support so that learning is disruption-free, teachers can teach and students’ can focus. As a result, we are incredibly proud of our students and staff who love the challenge of learning, are equipped to achieve their dreams and take pride in their success. 

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Hampshire and Plymouth. 

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

Think about their Thinking Be their Best self Shape their Success


In this way we transform life chances

 To view our Trust video to gain an insight into The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

What our Trust will offer you:

Vast support network from senior leaders and colleagues within the school and our Trust including excellent CPD opportunities and career pathways An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme  As a Trust we aim to foster a culture of appreciation with our fantastic Colleague recognition scheme Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to Thinking You - A 24/7 employee assistance programme for legal, financial, emergency health or lifestyle support Support staff have access to ‘Discount for Teachers’ with a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers A ‘Refer a Friend’ incentive scheme 


What you need to do now:  

If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of teachers across our large academy and our Trust and you are keen to progress your career, then please apply today

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email .

To arrange an informal conversation or tour please contact Fay Carder by email: .

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