Cover Supervisor & Learning Centre Coach

OneSchool Global UK is part of the OneSchool Global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9,000 students are benefitting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods such as Self-Directed Learning and extensive use of learning technologies. 

Our Colchester campus are looking to recruit an experienced and interactive Cover Supervisor to join the team on a full time, 6-month fixed term basis (Feb – July 2022), to supervise whole classes in learning spaces, study lessons and to cover short term absence of teachers when required.

 Our schools offer achievement, opportunity and professional challenge to our students within a supportive environment. The students have a passion and desire to excel in learning. We are looking for conscientious and hard-working individuals who are passionate about education and pay meticulous attention to detail. 

Person specification: 

• Experience working with children of relevant age in a learning environment 

• Working knowledge and experience of implementing national curriculum and other relevant learning programs and strategies 

• Understand statutory frameworks relating to teaching 

• Full working knowledge of relevant current policies, codes of practice and legislation 

• Understanding of SEND procedures 

• Meet Higher Level Teaching Assistant standards or equivalent qualification or experience (NVQ Level 4/5) 

• Grade A*-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) 

• Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities 

• Good communication skills written and verbal 

• A positive role model of professional practice and conduct to others 

• Able to model growth mindset behaviours to students 

• Uphold and promulgate the OneSchool UK ethos within all areas of responsibility 

We offer:

• Supportive staff, and an involved community who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals

• Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning

• Excellent premises and well-equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students 

• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students

• A competitive salary (including a staff laptop) and Teachers Pension Contributions

• Professional support from OneSchool Global UK to continually progress and develop your career - equivalent to 100 hours per academic year

Key responsibilities:

• To supervise whole classes and to cover short term absence of teachers and to allow teachers to carry out professional duties and training. 

• To give instructions for the lesson, as provided by the teacher and keep pupils on task while maintaining good order.

• Coaches will support and coach students in study in the Learning Centre in alignment with the Learning to Learn pedagogy 

• To work with target groups of students, where required, to support learning 

• Cover Supervisors and Learning Centre Coaches can respond to general questions and provide general feedback to the teacher 

• Ensure learning centre protocols are adhered to by all students 

• Coaching of students in the learning centre ensuring appropriate level of support and behaviour management 

• Delivery of cover work set by absent teachers 

• Supervise pupils while they are engaged in learning activities and deal with immediate problems and emergencies 

• Manage pupil’s behaviour within the ethos and behavioural policies of the school

• Set high expectations of conduct whilst acting as a role model

• Respond to pupil queries on procedures whilst keeping pupils on task 

• Support the use of ICT within lessons as appropriate 

• To provide additional support for the administration team when not required for cover duties or classroom support 

• To perform such other duties as may be requested from time to time, commensurate with the role 

For further information relating to the Campus, or for more information about OneSchool Global UK please visit: http://www.oneschoolglobal.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Please email recruitment@uk.oneschoolglobal.com if you have any questions about the role. 

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

Closing Date for application forms: Midday on Friday 18th February 2022  

Interviews will be held week commencing: 21st February 2022 

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES 

OneSchool Global UK Colchester campus is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2021 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.