Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor Orion Ravensbourne School Salary: NJC Scale 3, Points 5-7 (£30,405 - £31,284 FTE), starting at Point 5. Actual Salary: £28,897 Hours: 40 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Location: Orion Ravensbourne School, Hayes Lane, Bromley BR2 9EH Reporting to: Cover Manager

About the Role

At Orion Ravensbourne School, we are proud to be a thriving, ambitious and inclusive school community where students are encouraged to achieve their very best. As part of Orion Education, a values-led Trust built on Trust, Kindness and Endeavour, we are committed to providing outstanding opportunities for both our students and staff. We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable and proactive Cover Supervisor to play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning when teachers are absent. This is an ideal opportunity for someone considering a future career in teaching, education, youth work, or for an experienced professional looking to work in a dynamic secondary school environment. As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes undertaking pre-planned work, maintain positive learning environments, uphold high expectations of behaviour, and support students in achieving their potential. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to be part of a school that is rapidly moving forward. About Orion Education Orion Education is a family of schools united by a shared determination to improve outcomes and transform lives through education. We believe every young person deserves access to an exceptional education and the opportunity to thrive. We invest heavily in staff development, wellbeing and career progression, creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to grow professionally.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Calm, confident and adaptable.
• Able to build positive relationships with young people.
• Committed to high standards and positive behaviour.
• Organised, resilient and able to think on their feet.
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Passionate about supporting students to succeed.
• A team player who shares our values and commitment to excellence. The successful candidate will:

• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff.
• Deliver pre-prepared learning activities across a range of subjects.
• Maintain good order and a positive learning environment.
• Support students to remain engaged and on task.
• Follow school policies and procedures, particularly around safeguarding and behaviour.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson engagement and progress.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school. Why Join Orion Ravensbourne School?

• A welcoming, supportive and ambitious staff team.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression across Orion Education.
• Comprehensive CPD programme.
• Access to employee wellbeing support.
• A vibrant and diverse school community.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to young people's lives every day.
• Experience that is highly valuable for aspiring teachers and educational professionals. Visits Welcome

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school and meet our team. To arrange a visit or for an informal, confidential conversation about the role, please contact: Sharon Cooper Smith School Office Manager scoopersmith@orionravenbourne.org.uk If you share our commitment to excellence and want to play a key role in supporting students' success, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.

Safeguarding Statement

Orion Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all safer recruitment checks. Orion Education is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.