Cover Supervisor

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic colleague to complement the teaching staff and to cover occasional short term absences within the school. With the guidance of teachers, the successful applicant will supervise classes in carrying out the work they have been set and assist and motivate students in their learning.

You should ideally be educated to at least A Level, with a high level of literacy and numeracy skills. You need to be an excellent communicator, have sound organisational skills and be able to work confidently using your own initiative. While previous experience is not essential, the ability to motivate young people would be advantageous. The ideal candidate would have experience of working with young people either in a voluntary or employed capacity.

Prior knowledge of SIMS is advantageous but not essential.

To start as soon as possible

7:30 to 3:30 daily Monday to Thursday, 7:30 – 3:00 Friday (37 hrs)

Term time only plus INSET days/Twilights - 39 weeks

Level 4 starting Point 8 FTE £25,742 Actual salary £22,043 per annum   

Generous contributory Pension Scheme, Health Care Cash Plan and holiday pay included.

The Westgate School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undertake child protection screening, including an enhanced DBS and past employer checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. 

We reserve the right to interview as suitable applications are received.