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Cover Supervisor

Manchester Enterprise Academy · Wythenshawe, North West

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We currently have an exciting number of opportunities for full-time or part time Cover Supervisors to join our fantastic team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) in Wythenshawe We have two permanent posts available working either full-time (35 hours per week) or part time (14-28 hours/2-4 days per week), term time only plus 10 days including INSET days. Please clearly indicate your preferred working hours in the Pre-assessment Form. This is a Grade 5 post with a full-time equivalent salary of £29,064. The pro-rata salary for this role is £25,640 per annum. For part-time working, the pro-rata salaries are £10,256 for 14 hours, £15,384 for 21 hours, and £20,512 for 28 hours. Main purpose of the job: As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning for our students by delivering pre-planned lessons during the short-term absence of teaching staff. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a classroom environment and contribute to the wider life of our school. Key responsibilities will include: Delivering engaging, pre-set lessons to whole classes Managing classroom behaviour to ensure a safe and productive learning environment Assessing student progress during cover lessons and updating records as required Supporting students across a range of subjects and activities Supporting curriculum areas and pastoral teams when not covering lesson Providing additional support to curriculum and pastoral teams We’re looking for: We are looking for individuals who are: Confident working with young people and managing classroom settings Passionate about education and committed to student success Professional, reliable, and enthusiastic team players Essential qualifications & experience: Good literacy and numeracy skills (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) Experience working with or caring for children or young people Understanding of the national curriculum and basic learning strategies A calm, adaptable and positive approach to managing student behaviour

How to apply: Please follow the online application process to be considered. Interviews will take place in person shortly after the job closing. To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description. All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

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Location Wythenshawe, North West
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