Job Description

We have a part time vacancy for a flexible, calm and confident individual to cover the absence of teachers by supervising and supporting classes of students whilst they carry out pre-set activities. This role will also involve acting as a form tutor, forming relationships and delivering our RESPECT curriculum (PSHE).

The role of Cover Supervisor is , 8.30am to 3.30pm Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays (with 30 minutes for lunch). This is for 39 weeks per year (term time plus TED days).

Actual salary: 12,759 - 14,536 (FTE 28,142 - 32,061)

Suitable candidates will ideally have experience working with children in an employed or voluntary capacity, including confidence and competency in managing learning and behaviour. An approachable and calm manner is required with a good level of ICT skill and ability to be flexible and adapt quickly.

Candidates should complete the application form in full (black or typewritten please).

Your letter of application should include the following points:

Why you are interested in the post How your experience to date fits you for the post What personal qualities you believe would be desirable in the post holder
Open testimonials are not required and should not be submitted.

The closing date for receipt of application is

27th September 2025 (12.00pm)

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend interview soon after.

John Kyrle High School & Sixth Form Centre proud to be part of the Heart of Mercia
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Registered office: Hereford Sixth Form College, Folly Lane, Hereford, HR1 1LU.
Company Number: 10499174

All employees of JKHS are employed by the trust.

Responsible to:

Assistant headteacher

Main Purpose of the role

:

To work under the instruction and guidance of the class teacher(s) for whom you are providing cover. To cover the absence of teachers by supervising and supporting classes of students whilst they carry out pre-set activities. These classes may be in any subject area and/or age range. To manage the behaviour of students, in accordance with the school's
Behaviour Policy, whilst they carry out the task.

To ensure the safety of the students you are supervising.

Job Activities

:

To liaise with the class teacher in order to understand what the learning activity is to be and what resources are required (e.g., worksheets, textbooks etc.) To ask questions of the teacher to ensure that you have a good understanding of what is required. To ensure that the necessary resources are available for the lesson (N.B., it is the teacher's responsibility to produce the resources, but you may be asked to assist with their production or to ensure there are sufficient copies available). To take the register. To clearly explain to students the task they are required to carry out, what is expected of them and what equipment they will need. To explain the timescale and what they should have completed by the end of the session and issue resources and explain who these will be used. To refer to a nominated class teacher if the guidance of a teacher is required during the lesson. To answer any general questions that the students may have about the tasks, giving any assistance hat is within the Cover Supervisor's capacity. To manage the behaviour of the students, in accordance with the school's
Behaviour Policy, whilst they carry out the task.

To maintain the students' self-esteem through encouragement and praise. To ensure the learning environment is a positive one. To work effectively with any other Teaching Assistants present. To collect the completed work and any issued resources from students and return them to class teacher. To supervise students whilst they enter and leave the classroom, in accordance with school policy and procedure. To communicate effectively with the class teacher. To ensure that you have a good knowledge of the school's safety policies e.g., what to do in the event of a fire etc. To use initiative, with school guidelines/practice in dealing with incidents. To keep straightforward records, where required. To attend staff meetings/training, where required. To raise any concerns at an early stage with a class teacher and/or line manager. To provide student support in other areas of the school when not covering lessons. To demonstrate a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development by attending relevant courses and sharing good practice with others.

General information

The post holder will be required to comply with the school's policies and procedures. The school has a no-smoking or vaping policy. Staff are not permitted to smoke or vape on any of the school's premises nor in any vehicle used on school business. The post holder will promote the school's health and safety at work policies and ensure that they are implemented efficiently within their areas of responsibility.

Employees have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is an essential requirement that staff are aware of the school's safeguarding procedures for sharing information about the welfare of any person whom they have safeguarding concerns. Staff have a duty to ensure that they attend training to enable them to recognise the indicators for concerning behaviour and receive safeguarding supervision as appropriate.

This job description covers the main duties and responsibilities of the job and will be subject to review and amendment in consultation with the post holder, to meet the changing needs of the school and the multi-academy trust. Other activities commensurate with this job description may, at any time, be undertaken by the post holder.

Person Specification

Post Title:

Cover Supervisor

Experience of working with children, either in a paid or Interview voluntary capacity, within in a school

Experience of managing behaviour

Certificate in learning support (or equivalent)

GCSE (or equivalent) English and maths grade C or above (9-4)

Have attended relevant training (e.g., behaviour management)

Willingness to undertake further training as required

Ability and willingness to work flexibly within the school

Able to work as a member of a team

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Administration skills

A calm but authoritative manner with students

ICT literate

Ability to work methodically

Confidence and competence in managing the learning and behaviour of the whole class

Ability to relate well to students and staff

A calm but authoritative manner with students

Ability to follow and apply the teacher's instructions and clearly explain these to students

Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people

Willingness to learn and work in support of the school's guidelines, policies and inclusive ethos of the school

Knowledge of wider educational issues

Clear understanding of equal opportunities

A strong belief in the value of diversity and inclusion

Enhanced DBS clearance

Recruitment of ex-offenders statement

John Kyrle High School is required to publish a copy of its policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders which outlines the following:

The trustees fully comply with the 'DBS Code of Practice' and will not discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of conviction or other information revealed.

All applicants are subject to an enhanced DBS check before the job appointment is confirmed; this includes details of convictions, cautions and reprimands, as well as spent and unspent convictions. A positive disclosure will not necessarily prohibit a candidate from being offered a position.

The school is committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, responsibilities for dependents, age, physical or mental disability or offending background.

The school promotes equal opportunity and welcomes applicants from a wide range of backgrounds, including those with criminal records.

Candidates are selected for interview based on their skills, qualifications and expertise.

All application forms and recruitment notices contain a statement that disclosure will be requested if a position is offered.

All applicants are encouraged to provide details of their criminal record at the earliest stage possible. This may be sent under a separate and confidential cover letter.

All applicants will be made aware of the 'DBS Code of Practice' and will be provided with a copy on request.

The school is committed to ensuring all disclosure information will only be seen by those who require access as part of their duties.

The assistant headteacher (personnel) will discuss any matters revealed on a DBS certificate with the applicant before withdrawing a conditional offer of employment.

At the interview, or in subsequent discussion, opened and measured discussion will take place on the subject of the offences.

Failure to reveal information that is directly relevant to the position sought could lead to withdrawal of any offer made.

Where the role involves engaging in regulated activity with children, it is a criminal offence for an individual:

to seek to engage in regulated activity from which he/she is barred; to offer to engage in regulated activity from which he/she is barred; and to engage in regulated activity from which he/she is barred.
Job Types: Permanent, Part-time

Pay: From 12,759.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking On-site gym On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/11/2025