Cover Supervisor

2 days per week 14.5 hour per week • Term time only, plus INSET days 

Are you interested in joining a diverse and multicultural local school which is part of Maiden Erlegh Trust? Maiden Erlegh School in Reading is currently seeking a cover supervisor for a permanent position starting as soon as possible. The role is for 14. 5 hours per week, term time only plus INSET days. Our Cover Supervisors provide classroom-based support in the absence of a teacher, ensuring continuity of learning, that our behaviour management practices are applied consistently and that high expectations of students continue. 

We are keen to find dynamic, committed and hard-working individuals with:

• Good communication skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with secondary school aged students.
• Self-confidence and a positive attitude.
• Excellent time management and effective organisational skills. 

Perhaps you are in a similar role already, or maybe you are thinking about teacher training in the future? Maiden Erlegh Institute can help support and develop you in line with your career aspirations. Our People Development Curriculum provides professional development pathways for every role within the Trust, both teaching and support staff. We are also able to support those looking for a pathway in to teaching. Full training will be provided to carry out the role, we will endeavour as far as possible to match cover to your specialist area/(s) if any. Specialist areas are not a prerequisite for the role, it will suit someone with a natural ability and enthusiasm to engage and build rapport with young people.

About the school:

Maiden Erlegh School in Reading is an ambitious, over-subscribed 11-16 secondary school in an urban context which is as committed to the welfare of students and staff as it is our high-quality education. Our school benefits from excellent, modern facilities and teaching spaces and we are very proud of our vibrant, diverse and engaging students who work hard and have high aspirations. To learn more about our school, visit our website www.maidenerleghschoolreading.co.uk 

About the Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community of highly effective schools that deliver excellent education opportunities for the children and young people of the communities we serve. Through our work we will ensure that our children are equipped with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to deal with the demands of an ever-changing world. Our schools will continue to excel at bringing out the best in students of all abilities by placing our young learners at the heart of what we do and working in close partnership with parents and the communities we serve. The Trust currently comprises 7 schools in the local area, with a variety of settings including primary, secondary, special and a PRU. As a Trust, we encourage professional development at all levels through the use of cross Trust networks to share best practice and ideas. We also actively encourage the promotion of staff to different roles within the Trust and to different settings in line with their career aspirations.

Benefits:

Trust Staff Benefits

If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for our students, then you are encouraged to explore further by contacting recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for a more detailed discussion, if required.

Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful references. 

Closing date: Midnight 14 April 2024

Interviews: Interviews to be confirmed

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is committed to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and staff. We are also committed to being ambitious for all and supporting everyone to reach their full potential. All employees of the Trust are expected to share these commitments. All posts require satisfactory employment checks and references and a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All Leadership roles will require a Section 128 check.

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