Cover Supervisor

Our cover team is the one of the key elements that enables our students to have a well-rounded approach and positive attitude to prepare them for the world of work. This has led to Humberston Academy achieving an ‘Outstanding’ status. The successful applicant will be part of a team that has a offers classroom support as well as always approaching any task with a positive and hardworking ethos. Our cover team go above and beyond to support students school learning. 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. 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year- Please see job description for detailed list of responsibilities About our Academy Humberston Academy is an oversubscribed academy located in an affluent area of North East Lincolnshire. Ofsted graded the school outstanding in ‘behaviour and attitudes’ and ‘personal development’. Humberston Academy achieved ‘World Class Schools’ status in December 2019 and re-accredited in 2022. Humberston Academy continues to deliver incredible opportunities to young people with a specific focus on STEM enrichment and favourable links to the apprenticeships industry as well as traditional route towards higher education. Humberston Academy has also been appointed as the Teaching School Hub for the local region which will allow all colleagues to access leading edge career professional development in order to enhance the standard of teaching, as well as the opportunity to deliver CPD to colleagues locally in our profession. Providing our young people access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. 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 equip our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens. At Humberston Academy we are committed to equality, inclusion and diversity. We are incredibly proud to have been awarded the Rainbow Flag award in 2022 and intend to be re-accredited in 2025. In addition to this Humberston Academy prides itself on sharing important environmental values with all our stakeholders. This has allowed us to achieve Eco School Status since 2021. The successful applicant will be expected to buy in to our ethos and culture as a member of Team Humberston. We work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the Trust’s vision, to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them. You will be joining a hard-working, friendly and supportive team community at a very exciting time as our academy goes from strength to strength. Salary & Benefits NJC 11, FTE £29,070 per annum. (£22,428.92 Pro-Rata) Access to Local Government Pension Scheme 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 holiday discounts cinema tickets restaurant booking discounts Cycle to Work Scheme Who we are looking for Commitment to and or experience of working with children and young people Ability to motivate and encourage children to meet their targets for learning and/or behaviour Ability to show awareness to when it is appropriate to consult teachers about a child’s behaviour or learning Understanding of the practical application of Equal Opportunities in a school context Aware of Health and Safety and safeguarding issues Excellent verbal and written inter-personal skills at all levels Ability to write brief reports and keep records An accomplished user of ICT Excellent organisation, prioritisation and time management skills An ability to share skills to other members of the team High levels of discretion and integrity Approachable and Composed Comfortable around and able to form good relationships with staff, students and parents. To be a positive role model to our pupils. Be flexible and resilient in response to a changing educational environment. Ability to be empathetic towards parents and students Able to be firm when required and consistent Committed to own professional development and that of others Highly motivated and hard working Fully supportive of the aims and ethos of a school providing a specialist school education and committed to ensuring access to the curriculum for all children A commitment to promoting equality and diversity, providing an inclusive and co-operative environment in which all students and individuals working for and on behalf of the organisation feel respected and able to give of their best. Committed to promoting the welfare of all children and creating a safe environment in which children can learn; considering, at all times, what is in the best interests of the child. Play an important part in the wider safeguarding of children - identifying concerns, sharing information and taking prompt action to safeguard and protect them. Aware that the Trust will take all steps to prevent those who pose a risk of harm from working with children. Recruitment procedures ensure rigour in identifying and rejecting people who might abuse children. Aware of Health & Safety and Safeguarding as appropriate to role 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.