The David Nieper Academy is a newly formed academy in Alfreton, Derbyshire. A brand-new school building was opened in early 2017. A key aspect of our vision is our focus on applied learning within all subject areas and across year groups. We have seen an increase in student numbers within each year group and we are looking to build on this year on year. This is an immensely exciting time to be joining the academy and being a key driver in enhancing the academic and social achievement of our students.

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic cover supervisor who has the determination and drive to become an outstanding practitioner.

The Governing Body is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people, so all staff appointments are subject to employment checks and a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Candidates should indicate an acceptance of, and a commitment to, the Academy’s policies in relation to equality and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

It is an offence to apply for this role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Please follow the below link to view the David Nieper Education Trust Safeguarding/Child Protection Policy https://davidnieper.academy/about-us/academy-policies/

General Responsibilities

·        To promote the corporate image of the academy and high standards of behaviour and courtesy among students.

·        To provide effective support for teaching staff and students.

·        To promote and support the implementation of academy aims, policies and values.

·        To work flexibly as part of the support staff team to contribute to the smooth operation of the academy.

·        To use academy computer hardware and software packages where appropriate.

·        Candidates should indicate an acceptance of, and a commitment to, the Academy’s policies in relation to equality and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Specification

Main Duties

·        In the absence of a teacher provide supervision of and be responsible for a class of students during lesson time.

·        Manage the behaviour of students to promote and maintain order and a calm working environment for students, including implementation of the academy behaviour policy. Report back as appropriate on the behaviour of students during lesson, and any issues arising, using the academy agreed referral procedures.

·        Establish productive working relationships with students, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.

·        Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students within the classroom and academy. Ensure the health, safety and welfare of students is maintained at all times.

·        Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other relevant professionals, in liaison with the teacher, to support students' learning and progress.

·        Liaise with teachers and other relevant professionals regarding the work set for a class.

·        Communicate the work set by the class teacher to the students and ensure that students are aware of the teacher's expectations during the course of the lesson with regard to task completion.

·        Motivate students to complete tasks set by the class teacher and encourage students to interact and work co-operatively as appropriate with others to ensure all students are engaged on the set task. Respond to any questions from students about process and procedures.

·        Deal with any immediate problems or emergencies in accordance with academy policies and procedures.

Job Description

·        To work in conjunction with the Assistant Headteacher

·        Wherever possible liaise with the teacher in advance of the lesson to discuss and agree the tasks to be set and completed.

·        Collect any completed work after the lesson and return it to the class teacher as appropriate.

·        Invigilate examinations.

·        Provide administrative support for designated curriculum areas e.g. preparation of worksheets, display materials, etc.

·        Accompany teaching staff and students on educational visits as necessary.

·        Contribute to the overall ethos, aims and work of the academy.

·        Be aware of, uphold, and contribute towards the development of academy policies and procedures.

·        Participate in appropriate academy-based meetings and training activities.

·        Undertake any administrative duties relevant and appropriate to this post.

·        Create and maintain displays around the academy.

·        Undertake any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and grade of this post. Any changes of a permanent nature will be incorporated into the job description in specific terms, following consultation with the postholder.

The postholder will be expected to:

·        Take an active part in appraising their own work against agreed priorities and targets in accordance with the academy performance management and supervision arrangements.

·        Undertake any necessary training associated with the duties of the post.

·        Maintain confidentiality at all times and to observe Date Protection guidelines.

·        Understand and comply with the academy equal opportunities and other policies.

·        Comply with all Health and Safety.

Benefits

 ·        Ongoing training, support and mentoring will be provided

·        Free access to BUPA Employee Assistance Programme

·        Free onsite Parking

·        Generous discount at the David Nieper Ltd factory shop