Application pack for Cover Supervisor Information for Applicants 2021

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Application pack for Cover Supervisor Information for Applicants 2021
Application pack for
    Cover Supervisor

Information for Applicants

          2021
COVER SUPERVISOR

Job Title:              Cover Supervisor
Responsible to: Office Manager and Senior Leadership Team
Hours:                  37 hours a week (7:15-3:15)
Contract                Term time
Salary:                 H4 (£19,698-£20,903)

OVERVIEW

To supervise classes during the short-term absence of the assigned teacher.

PURPOSE

The role will comprise:

    1.      The job is to provide cover for whole classes during the short-term absence of a teacher. The
            teacher may be absent on sick leave or to participate in professional development or to attend
            a meeting or to allow time for planning, preparation or assessment. The principal’s professional
            judgement will determine the deployment of a cover supervisor.

    2.      The jobholder will not engage in “active” teaching.

    3.      Organising cover.

RESPONSIBILITIES

•        To supervise work that has been set by a class teacher.
•        To manage the behaviour of pupils whilst they are undertaking this work to ensure a constructive
         environment.
•        To respond to any questions from pupils about process and procedures.
•        To deal with any immediate problems or emergencies according to the school’s policies and
         procedures.
•        To collect completed work after the lesson and pass to the appropriate teacher.
•        To report, as appropriate using the school’s agreed referral procedures, on the behaviour of pupils
         during the class and on any problems arising.
•        The post-holder is required to contribute to and support the overall aims and ethos of the school.
•        To participate in training and other learning activities and in appraisal and professional
         development, as required by the school’s policies and practices.
•        To undertake any other task as requested by the Principal

GENERAL
No job description can be entirely comprehensive and roles develop organically over time. The post
holder will be expected to adapt and carry out such duties as may be required from time to time, on
the understanding that they will be within the individual’s remit and capability, and consistent with the
status and responsibilities of the role within the organisation.

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Future Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment and hold this responsibility. To this
end both an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Barred List check are required for
this role.
June 2021

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

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Person Specification
                                                  ESSENTIAL                                                         DESIRABLE
                 •   Qualified to work in the UK.                                               •   Previous experience working within schools.
QUALIFICATIONS
                 •   At least five GCSE’s or equivalent at Grade C or above, including Math’s
                     and English.
                 •   Experience of working with children of the relevant age.                   •   Experience of working with or supporting
                 •   Understanding of the curricular requirements of the school, these to           learners, preferably in an educational setting and
 EXPERIENCE          include statutory requirements.                                                the ability to support students in the learning
                 •   Competence in the use of ICT to support teaching and learning.                 process.
                                                                                                •   Ability to use ICT in a classroom setting

                 •   Ability to assist the planning of educational activities.                  •   Knowledge & experience of Safeguarding & Child
                 •   Ability to work without supervision.                                           Protection issues.
                 •   Willingness to work as a member of a team or on own initiative.
                 •   Ability to manage children in a sporting environment as well as in the
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                     classroom
                 •   Experience of working with children of the age 11 to 18
                 •   Willingness to contribute towards the schools extra-curricular
                     programme.
                 •   Excellent interpersonal and listening skills; a high degree of emotional
                     intelligence; and an effective oral and written communicator with
                     children and staff.
                 •   The ability to develop positive relationships with all young people.
                 •   Well-developed planning & organisation skills including time
    SKILLS
                     management, prioritisation, delegation and administration.
                 •   Sound judgement and problem solving skills.
                 •   Ability to work with a minimum of supervision and within a team.
                 •   Ability to manage pupils in a classroom setting.

                 •   Willing to be fully engaged in the whole life of the school including
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                     extracurricular activities.

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•   Committed to teamwork and working collaboratively with colleagues.
             •   A commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils.
             •   Proven commitment to continued professional development and a
                 willingness to undertake training.
             •   The ability to enthuse and inspire others.
             •   Confidence and self-motivation to work well and be decisive under
                 pressure.
             •   A creative approach to work
ATTRIBUTES
             •   A high level of honesty and integrity.
             •   Excellent attention to detail
             •   A firm and constant belief in the unlimited potential of every pupil and
                 a commitment to inclusive educational provision.

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Safer Recruitment at Future Academies
Future Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people. We undertake very thorough checks to ensure that we meet our obligations to protect the
children attending our schools. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and to
undergo appropriate checks, including an Enhanced DBS and barred list check. We also ensure
teaching staff are not subject to a prohibition order or an interim prohibition order.

    1. Candidates should be aware that all posts at Future Academies involve some degree of
       responsibility for safeguarding children and young people, although the extent of that
       responsibility will vary depending on the nature of the post. All members of staff will have
       access to the DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, September 2019.
    2. Longlisted candidates will be required to complete a Disclosure of Criminal Record form and
       bring the completed form to interview. If the job involves contact with children up to age 8
       you will also be required to make a Disqualification Declaration. The information you give will
       be treated as strictly confidential. Disclosure of a conviction, caution, warning or reprimand
       will not automatically disqualify you from consideration. Any offence will only be taken into
       consideration if it is one which would make you unsuitable for the type of work you are
       applying for. However, offences relating to children may make you unsuitable since this is a
       “regulated position” under the Criminal Justice & Courts Services Act 2000.
    3. If you are currently working with children, on either a paid or voluntary basis, your current
       employer will be asked about disciplinary offences, including those related to children or
       young people (whether the disciplinary sanction is current or time-expired), and whether you
       have been the subject of any child protection allegations or concerns and if so the outcome of
       any investigation or disciplinary proceedings. If you are not currently working with children,
       but have done in the past, that previous employer will be asked about these issues.
    4. You should be aware that provision of false information is an offence and could result in the
       application being rejected or summary dismissal if the applicant has been selected, and
       possible referral to the police and/or Independent Safeguarding Authority.

Invitation to Interview – please bring with you:

    •   Disclosure of Criminal Record, or Disqualification Declaration form in a sealed envelope. This
        form will be sent to candidates invited to interview.
    •   Documentary evidence of identity that will satisfy DBS requirements such as a current UK
        Photo card driving license and/or a current passport and/or a full birth certificate
    •   Documentary proof of address (i.e. utility bill, financial statement etc.)
    •   Where appropriate any documentation evidencing a change of name
    •   Original certificates confirming any educational or professional qualifications that are
        necessary or relevant for the post
    •   Evidence that you have the right to work in the UK

Please note that originals of the above are necessary. Photocopies are not sufficient.

Candidates will be asked to account for any gaps in their employment history and to address any
discrepancies or anomalies in their application form. We will require information in accordance with
statutory guidance for anyone who has worked or been resident overseas in the previous five years.

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We will seek references on longlisted candidates and may approach previous employers for
information to verify particular experience or qualifications before interview.

                          Laureate Academy – the area

The area has fantastic transport links, including a mainline station direct into Euston. It is a 25-
minute walk from the station to the school, or there is a taxi rank right outside and 5 min journey by
car. There is ample free parking on-site.

The M1 and A41 have junctions in Hemel Hempstead and the nearest M25 junction is Kings Langley.

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