Cover Supervisor

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our team as a Cover Supervisor. The role of a Cover Supervisor is to confidently supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher, under the guidance of teaching and senior staff. This includes implementing pre-prepared work programmes, managing student behaviour, and supporting students in learning activities in line with the school's policies and procedures. We are looking for someone who is able to:

• Manage, support and engage students in all areas of the school environment Support the wellbeing and educational needs of young people with SEN Convey information and knowledge to young people Develop positive and professional relationships with students and colleagues. Show sensitivity in listening to young people's situations and the ability to communicate positively and effectively to reach solutions Work successfully both individually and within a team and be able to make informed decisions Demonstrate a caring and understanding nature and maintain a calm, assertive approach.
• Actively and proactively look ahead, predicting and preventing barriers to success
  
  Selly Oak Trust School is a unique and welcoming school where hopes and dreams come to life through the ethos and vision of the Headteacher and Governors. We are a relationships-first, caring community who put staff and student wellbeing at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to make every contact count.
  
  Hours: 34 hours per week. Working hours are 8:30am to 3:30pm, with a 4:00pm finish on Wednesdays and one other day (to be confirmed). Includes a 25-minute lunch break each day. Contract Type: Permanent Salary Scale - Band C 19-33 (£24,437 - £31,788). This is the actual annual salary and includes SEN allowance.