Cover Supervisor

OFSTED 2023 Leadership & management - Outstanding Behaviour and Attitudes - Outstanding Personal development - Outstanding Sixth Form Provision - Outstanding Cover Supervisor The Marlborough Science Academy St Albans Herts AL1 2QA H4. Negotiable for Maths/English Graduate who would be prepared to do one to one or small group work. 31 hours a week 8.25-3.10 (45 mins unpaid break) TTO 38 weeks a year Fixed term contract - September 2026 until July 2027 (Position suitable for a colleague who may want classroom experience prior to teacher training) The Marlborough Science Academy St Albans is looking to employ a Cover Supervisor to join our successful and oversubscribed Academy for students aged 11-18. The purpose of this role is to support high standards of teaching and learning in the situation where a class teacher is not available. This is a demanding role that requires an individual with an engaging personality, confidence and a desire to make a difference to the students. Ideally, we are looking to employ an individual who is committed to pursuing a career in teaching and who would value experience in the classroom prior to applying for a teaching qualification course or programme. The successful candidate (if aiming to progress to teacher training) will be a graduate, will have good numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE grade c or above - will be tested), be confident with IT to support lessons and be able to work both unsupervised and as part of a team. The potential to manage classroom behaviour effectively is essential. Previous experience in this role or with working with students of this age would be desirable however we will provide initial training and continued CPD for the successful candidate. We would look to support a successful candidate in securing of employment-based teacher training and potentially employment (subject to successful selection and the existence of suitable vacancies). About the School: Shaping Futures The Marlborough Science Academy is a highly successful, mixed comprehensive school with a reputation for its resilience, innovation and creativity. We do not believe in "glass ceilings" or labelling students by targets; we believe that with extraordinary teaching, no student is left behind and curiosity is the key. Our Values & Ethos Marlborough is a very special place defined by our “Values”. As a Single Academy Trust, we sit at the heart of a vibrant learning community in St Albans. We pride ourselves on our unique ethos described by staff and student as being ‘just like a family’. We are a school that combines academic aspiration with a deep sense of care, inclusion, and opportunities for all. Our values are not just words on a wall; they underpin every decision, policy, and procedure. We are looking for a Headteacher who embodies these five values: Dignity Kindness Compassion Courage Endeavour If you like the sound of the above, we want to hear from you. We off