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Cover Supervisor

Direct from school

Recruiting organisation: The Eresby School, Spilsby

East Midlands

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Job details

Location
East Midlands
Employer type
Direct from school
Posted by the original source
20 July 2026
Last checked by SchoolJobs.uk
11 August 2026
Applications close
23 August 2026

Job description

About the role Working under the direction and within an agreed system of supervision from a qualified teacher to undertake specified timetabled teaching duties. Teaching and learning To cover and lead class teaching as and when appropriate, including covering teacher’s PPA. Direct the work, where relevant, of other adults in supporting learning Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment Observe pupil performance and contribute to monitoring and assessment. Planning Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate Read, understand and deliver lesson plans shared prior to lessons Prepare the classroom for lessons Use allocated time to devise clearly structured activities that interest and motivate learners and advance their learning Further details can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification. 30 hours per week, Term Time contract, based on 39 weeks per year. Permanent Contract. About our Academy Eresby Special School maintains a caring and happy atmosphere where pupils can feel safe and are encouraged to achieve their personal best - enabling them to leave school as confident, happy and independent as possible. Our values of kindness, respect and friendship underpin behavioural expectations and create an environment where everyone is aligned, equipping students with a moral compass that guides them through their lives. Our key drivers underpin the learning and experiences of our students’ personalised learning journey and the curriculum delivery. They reflect the needs and outcomes of our students to facilitate their best possible future. Salary & Benefits NJC05 £25583 pa FTE, £18220pa pro-rata actual based on 30 hours per week,39 weeks term time (Pay award pending) Access to Local Government Pension Scheme CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses Enhanced ECT Scheme including ongoing coaching and mentoring for all teachers Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme Awards and Recognition Scheme Flexible working patterns Benefits Platform : Health & Wellbeing Programme : Cycle to Work Scheme We are looking for someone with: Good literacy and numeracy skills Good organisational skills The ability to build effective working relationships with pupils and adults Skills and expertise in understanding the needs of all pupils Knowledge of how to help adapt and deliver support to meet individual needs Subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role, and ability to apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils Excellent communication skills The ability to remain calm in stressful situations Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children An understanding of effective teaching methods Knowledge of how to successfully lead learning activities for a group or class of children About The David Ross Education Trust The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education. We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world-class, knowledge-rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential. Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North-East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff. Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London’s Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2-19 with a broad range of special educational needs. As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement at scale. At the heart of our Mission is a deep belief in the transformative power of education. We are committed to ensuring that every child - regardless of their background - has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive co-curricular opportunities. From small rural primaries to large urban secondaries, our academies benefit from the strength of a collaborative, values-driven community, in which expertise is shared, best practices are embedded, and each school retains its distinctive character. We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens. Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment. We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them. Apply now To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ tab. Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy. The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust. All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.

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