Cover Supervisor

Cornwallis Academy is seeking to appoint a cover supervisor who will make a positive impact to our students’ learning. This role is 8am – 3pm on a term time contract, and is Temporary/ Permanent depending on applicant.

Main responsibilities include:

• To undertake whole class supervision in the absence of the class teacher, setting work previously prepared by the teacher

• To develop curricular knowledge as required by the school

• To apply the school’s Behaviour Policy

• To set homework previously prepared by the teacher

You will be required to cover all subjects as a floating teacher. We are seeking strong candidates with a high level of initiative and strong classroom management skills. You will be an enthusiastic individual who is able to use your own initiative whilst also being able to relate well and establish a rapport with young people. You will need to be flexible and able to work constructively as a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities. You may also be required to participate in development and training opportunities as and when they arise.

For further details and responsibilities of what the role entails please download the job description. This is a great role for those who are interested in pursuing a career in teaching in coming years.

We will offer you:

• A vibrant and exciting place to work
• The support of a Trust that currently runs two secondary schools, primary school and Nursery for children aged 3 months to 4 years
• An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporate healthcare scheme and Kent Rewards
• An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research and gaining nationally accredited qualifications 

Future Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the person specification and will be required to apply for a DBS disclosure. We particularly welcome applicants from under- represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Only applications submitted by the school application process will be considered, we are unable to accept CVs. All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Future Schools Trust is an equal opportunities employer.