Cover Coordinator & Supervisor
The John Fisher School
Purley
- Expired
- Salary:
- Salary Range £25,128 - £26,985 Full Time Equivalent / £21,057 - £ 22,613 Pro Rata
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 14 July 2022
Job overview
We are currently looking to employ a Cover Coordinator & Supervisor to organise and assist with the supervision of whole classes during the short term absence of teachers. The hours are 36 per week, term time only. This position may suit a candidate who is looking for a contract prior to starting a career in teaching. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team of staff.
In 2021, 33% of the school's GCSE grades were a 9-7/A*-A grade. 95% of students secured a Level 4 or above in Maths and 91% of students gained at least a Level 4 in English Language or English Literature. At A Level, 54% of grades were A*- A and 78% were A*- B.
Our teachers:
• Never receive judgements about their teaching.
• Are only asked to mark one piece of work formally per half term
• Engage in peer learning and work collaboratively
• Have a voice that is listened to and enjoy their job
Our school:
• Does not hold unnecessary meetings
• Encourages all employees to develop professionally and has a non-threatening, supportive professional development (appraisal) process
• Prioritises wellbeing and provides free access to our on-site gymnasium as well as many other perks
• Has a distributive leadership philosophy not subscribing to a top-down management approach
Application forms are available to download on our website at www.johnfisherschool.org/Career-Opportunities where you can also find further information on the school. Completed application forms should be emailed with a covering letter to Mrs H Palmer, Office Manager, at h.palmer@johnfisherschool.org by the closing date of noon on Thursday 14th July 2022. Interviews will take place w/b 18th July 2022.
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found. We therefore welcome early applications.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to equality of opportunity. The School expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS will be required.
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About The John Fisher School
Our mission is simple – we aspire for academic, cultural and sporting excellence. We want to be the best all boys’ catholic comprehensive school in the country!
John Fisher is an oversubscribed 11-18 comprehensive school with 1155 students including 223 in the Sixth Form. We are located just outside Purley town centre and a 15 minute walk from the train station (27 minutes from London Bridge and 20 minutes from Gatwick Airport).
There is definitely a culture of achievement at John Fisher and visitors always comment about our “distinctive” ethos. If you come to visit us, you will see that our students are happy and are very positive about our school.
Our vibrant staff are enthusiastic and passionate about ensuring our students get the very best deal. Looking after our staff and ensuring they are supported and given every opportunity to develop:
“As an NQT, I was very pleased with the support I received” (Ella Fowler, Acting Subject Leader of Art);
“ I am really proud to be a member of staff at The John Fisher School. During my time here I have had many opportunities to develop my knowledge and skills. This has enabled me to progress from Director of Learning to Assistant Headteacher. Well-being continues to be an important focus for all in our community and this compliments the Catholic ethos of the school.” (Iestyn Jones, Assistant Headteacher).
Our teachers:
· Never receive judgements about their teaching.
· Engage in peer learning and work collaboratively
· Have a voice that is listened to and enjoy their job
Our school:
· Does not hold unnecessary meetings
· Encourages all employees to develop professionally and has a non-threatening, supportive professional development (appraisal) process
· Prioritises wellbeing and provides free access to our on-site gymnasium as well as many other benefits
· Has a distributive leadership philosophy not subscribing to a top-down management approach
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