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Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

St Columba’s College

St Albans, Hertfordshire

  • £18,265 pro rata
  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
September 2023
Apply by:
27 February 2023

Job overview

St Columba’s College has just undergone a successful ISI Inspection in which all areas of the school were assessed to be excellent with the following a specific outcome “the quality of students’ academic and other achievements is excellent”. We now seek to appoint a Cover Supervisor on a one-year fixed term contract. This is an important role within the school to ensure that our high expectations of teaching, learning and behaviour are maintained at all times. 

The successful candidate will be outgoing, confident and supportive, with good interpersonal skills. The ability to form positive relationships with young people and excellent classroom management skills are essential. Training will be provided, however, successful candidates must have a good level of education, preferably to degree standard, or a track record of working with young people in educational or sporting settings. This post would be particularly suitable for a recent graduate or someone considering a career in teaching or wishing to gain experience prior to training as a teacher.

St Columba’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including reference checks with past employers, online background checks, and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

To apply for this position, visit https://www.stcolumbascollege.org/about-us/work-with-us to view the job description and to download an application form. Please email your covering letter and completed application form to Jackie Metcalfe, HR Manager at metcalfe.j@stcolumbascollege.org  or call to discuss further on 01727 892095. 

Closing date: 10 am on Monday 27th February 2023. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to call suitable candidates to interview prior to the closing date.


St Columba’s College is a Catholic Foundation of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart (US Province) 


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About St Columba’s College

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+44 1727 855185

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St Columba’s College is a co-educational independent Catholic day school for ages 4 – 18, located in the Cathedral city of St Albans. We were established in the tradition of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart, and welcome students and staff of all faith traditions.

We provide an education of the Head and Heart, where students can become confident, resilient and compassionate young people. At each phase of education, Prep and Senior, we nurture the key Columban values of courage, courtesy and compassion.

We aim to ensure that each student achieves their own best standard through the delivery of a high quality, rounded education, by a professional and committed staff, in partnership with parents.

St Columba’s College is a Catholic Foundation of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart (New England Province).

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