Cover Supervisor
Writhlington School
Bath and North East Somerset
- Expired
- Salary:
- Pay Grade O £17,372 - £18,376 pa
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- September 2016
- Apply by:
- 15 May 2016
Job overview
‘A school where children flourish and have exceptional opportunities - every aspect at least “good” and several “outstanding” - the effectiveness of care, guidance and support is outstanding and that this enables students to flourish’
Ofsted
September 2016 until 31 August 2017
One Year Fixed Term
Pay Grade O £17,372 - £18,376 pa
Actual Salary £13,654 – £14,443 pa
34 hours per week, term time and inset days
Can you facilitate lessons during the short-term absence of the regular teacher?
You will issue pre-set work and/or activities, give help and support to the students, keep them on task, respond appropriately to questions and maintain high standards of discipline. When cover is not required, you will provide general assistance within the department.
This role could provide a progression route to teacher training or Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA).
The ideal candidate will have a good general education including GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Mathematics, A Level or equivalent in any subject, will be able to adapt to changing needs, can relate well to young people and exercise authority. A Degree or HLTA Qualification may be advantageous.
Dragonfly Multi Academy Trust (MAT) incorporates Mendip Studio School, Writhlington School, a Sixth Form and Peasedown St John Primary School. With the exception of the Primary School, all are located on a large modern state of the art campus that benefits from exceptional media facilities, a 400-seat theatre and a Community Sports Centre. All students and teachers have their own iPad for use in school and at home to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
New staff ideas are encouraged and there are endless opportunities to lead and to contribute to its wide range of extra-curricular activities: a large Combined Cadet Force, international links with China, Tanzania & Rwanda that support the 14-19 curriculum and an internationally recognised orchid project.
Download a full job description and application form at: www.writhlington.org.uk
If you would like to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking and supportive school, apply by 9.00 am, Monday 16th May.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 24th May.
Tel: 01761 433581
Writhlington School, Knobsbury Lane, Radstock, Bath, BA3 3NQ
Dragonfly Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
About Writhlington School
- Writhlington School
- Knobsbury Lane, Writhlington, Radstock, Bath
- Somerset
- BA3 3NQ
- United Kingdom
Creating Opportunity Inspiring Achievement
‘A school where leaders and teachers have created a positive learning environment which makes a strong contribution to pupils’ confidence and enjoyment of school – Pupils’ personal development is enhanced by the extensive programme of extra-curricular opportunities available to them’ - Ofsted
Our philosophy is simple, we believe that with the right support, guidance, provision and challenge all children are capable of achieving greatness in whatever field they choose.
The Leadership team and teaching staff is focussed on raising the expectations of pupils, through consistently well planned and delivered lessons, tracking of individual pupil progress and structured feedback.
The teaching, leadership and pastoral support across the schools means that our students get the benefit of the shared facilities and curriculum opportunities.
Teaching Excellence
The Trust places Quality First Teaching as one of its core values. The pursuit of teaching excellence on a daily basis is a fundamental requirement in all of its schools.
Our key focus is the development of a series of learning ‘essentials’, these are:
- challenge for all students at all times to exceed what they think they can achieve
- raising expectations of everyone involved in learning: students, parents, teachers and support staff
- marking and feedback that promotes and enhances learning
We pride ourselves in employing staff that are leaders in their field or have the potential to be so. Staff are expected to continue to focus on developing their practice through numerous CPD opportunities, both internal and external, and where best practice is identified, to share it with colleagues.
We are committed to continually learn and improve our practice each and every day through collegiate working.
Our staff are our greatest asset and we aim to create a workplace where everyone can give their best.
Why choose us?
We have an outstanding state-of-the-art campus that is equipped with modern technology to make your working environment a pleasant and inspiring place to be.
You will be encouraged to develop professionally through an extensive in-house CPD programme and this can include external training.
Any new approach you have to improve the outcomes for our students and the school will be welcomed.
You’ll have the opportunity to join our wide range of extra-curricular activities:
- A large Combined Cadet Force with Army and Navy sections
- An internationally recognised orchid project
- An amazing array of sports and incredible sports facilities
- International exchange links with China, Tanzania, Burundi & Rwanda that support the 14-19 curriculum
- Trips to Europe, USA, Africa, China
- Theatre workshops as well as special touring workshops for children ages 10-18
We continually strive for high levels of staff performance by offering support and working collaboratively to achieve the best for our students.
Thank you for taking the time to read about working with us.
Further details can be found on the following links:
https://www.writhlington.org.uk/
https://www.midsomernortonschoolspartnership.com/
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