Cover Supervisor
Hamilton School, Chantinghall, South Lanarkshire
Cover Supervisor
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Hamilton School, Chantinghall, South Lanarkshire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 17 Apr | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: e3f6675bc0f84e15958ced8e13ca4abc
Location ref: Chantinghall, South Lanarkshire
Full Job Description
- Supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring students can access and engage with work set
- Clearly explain tasks and adapt communication to meet a range of student needs
- Maintain a calm, predictable and supportive classroom environment
- Support students to remain focused and re-engage those who may struggle
- Manage behaviour using positive, restorative and trauma-informed approaches
- Record and report on student engagement, behaviour and wellbeing
- Collect and return completed work to teaching staff
- Contribute to duties across the school day, including break and lunchtime supervision
- Support inclusion and behaviour teams where required
- Undertake exam invigilation and support school activities, including after-school provision
- Ensure attendance is recorded and classrooms are left tidy and organised, Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day., Hamilton School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings: 1. I confirm that if I am successful in securing the post, the personal email I have provided on this document can be uploaded to Every to process my onboarding paperwork 2. I confirm that if I am successful in securing the post, the personal email I have provided on this document can be uploaded to National College to receive my induction training 3. I confirm that if I am successful in securing the post, that I consent to processing my DBS check using the personal details provided. 4. Please write your personal statement here
- NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent
- Understanding of how students with SEMH needs learn
- Ability to adapt support to meet emotional and behavioural needs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build positive, professional relationships with students
- Effective organisational skills and the ability to respond flexibly
- Confidence in managing behaviour using calm and supportive approaches
- Resilient, patient and empathetic with a strong sense of responsibility
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Hamilton School in Reading is a place of opportunity, belonging and growth for young people aged 11-16. As a special school within Maiden Erlegh Trust, it provides a highly supportive environment for students who benefit from smaller classes, strong relationships and personalised approaches that help them learn, develop confidence and succeed in life. Every day at Hamilton is different. Staff work closely as a team to spark curiosity, celebrate progress and help students build the skills they need for the future. The school moved into its purpose-built home on Bulmershe Road in 2022, a modern and welcoming space designed around the needs of its learners. Hamilton supports students with social, emotional and mental health needs and is recognised for its expertise, teamwork and impact, including a Pride of Reading Award nomination from parents. The Hamilton team is united by commitment and compassion, and colleagues describe the staff team as exceptional in how they support one another and their students. As part of the Trust's Special and Alternative Provision Hub, colleagues connect across schools to share practice, develop professionally and access strong wellbeing support., Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5000 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise. We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference-a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning. Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people. You can learn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust by clicking here to visit our website.
Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleagues benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including: Pension Scheme - Generous employer contributions through the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme Annual Leave - Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service ME Day - One additional day's leave each year for a significant personal event Professional Development - Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities Hybrid Working - Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points Wellbeing and Health - Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible) Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support and discount schemes
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