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  • Start date details

    To be confirmed

  • Closing date

    3 June 2024 at 9am

  • Date listed

    28 April 2023

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Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£19,405.80 - £22,226.39

Cover Supervisor job summary

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

We are seeking to appoint a full time Cover Supervisor on a permanent contract with enthusiasm, creativity and the ability to motivate pupils and keep them on task to oversee classes during short-term absence of teaching staff. This post is suitable for someone who wishes to pursue a career in teaching and wishes to gain further experience in the workplace or someone who enjoys enabling students to learn and wants to play an integral role in supporting teaching and learning in a school. 


E-ACT West Walsall Academy | Strive for Excellence  

E-ACT West Walsall Academy, an 11-18 academy committed to enhancing the life chances of every student while inspiring them to achieve their full potential. Situated just eight miles from the vibrant city of Birmingham and six miles from the bustling town of Wolverhampton, our academy plays a pivotal role in the educational landscape of Walsall. 


At West Walsall Academy, we believe in the transformative power of education and are resolutely focused on providing an environment where students can flourish academically and personally. As part of the E-ACT family, we are united in our mission to deliver outstanding education that empowers students to strive for excellence. 


Take the next step in your career with E-ACT West Walsall Academy - where excellence is not just a goal; it's a commitment. 


Take a look: https://westwalsallacademy.e-act.org.uk  


Key responsibilities: 

Reporting to the SLT Link/Assistant Head, the post holder will be accountable for:

  •  Supervising pupils undertaking work that has been set in accordance with the Academy’s policy, under the guidance of teaching/senior staff.
  • Establishing productive working relationships with students, promoting positive values/attitudes and setting high expectations
  • Monitoring and evaluation of students’ responses to learning activities through observation and recording of achievement and providing feedback/reports as required
  • Encourage students to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all students in activities
  •  Managing student behaviour during the covered lessons to ensure a constructive climate for learning, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with Academy policy and encouraging students to take responsibility for their own behaviour
  • Reporting back using the Academy’s agreed referral process on the behaviour of students during the class and any issues arising

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for full details of the role.


Pay range:

Scale Point 9 - 17 (Actual salary - £19,405.80 - £22,226.39, Full Time Equivalent £25,119 - £28,770)


What are we about? 

Strategic Vision: We firmly believe that coming from a disadvantaged background should not determine your future, and our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ (OMOD) strategy is about creating the conditions where children, young people and staff can thrive.   

Outstanding Leadership: Leadership is the key to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our team and the communities we engage with. We lead by example, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. 

Inclusive Excellence: We are developing a people-first culture, celebrating the diversity of our team and the broader community. Co-construct the essence of an extraordinary workplace that values and leverages the unique contributions of each team member. 

System Leadership: Our ambition is to transform the lives of individuals and communities across the trust. We are though leaders on topics important to our communities and offer sector wide support to drive change. 

National Collaboration: Our exceptional team members share, and problem solve together across all functions. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.   

  

About E-ACT:  

Join a trust that is going places! 

Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all of our children and young people.  

We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 29 academies, educating of over 18,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing. 

Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams. 

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk   


Benefits:  

Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success.  

Support System of 29 Academies: Be part of a network of 29 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.  

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.  

Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable.  

Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute.  

Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement.  

Holiday Entitlement: Enjoy 31 days annual leave plus statutory Bank Holidays. 


How to apply:  

Simply click on the 'Apply Now' button above!

  Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.  

   

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.  

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.  

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About West Walsall E-ACT Academy

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
View all Secondaryjobs
School size
1181 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18

School location

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