Are you…

• Looking for a career in secondary education?
  
• Considering a career in teaching?
  
• Able to work as part of a team and learn new skills?
  

The role of Cover Supervisor/Teacher is the perfect opportunity to become involved in the learning of young people. The primary purpose of the role is to introduce work to students and support their learning in the absence of the classroom teacher.

What you will do:

• Play a vital role in supervising lessons where students complete work set by a qualified teacher.
  
• Effectively manage the classroom as a safe, controlled and supporting learning environment.
  
• Give feedback about the conduct of students in the lessons.
  
• Establish good working relationships with students.
  
• Follow the guidance on the conduct of lessons.
  

What we are looking for someone who:

Is a committed team player.

• Wants to support young people in their learning.
  
• Has good interpersonal skills.
  
• Is organised, flexible and reliable.
  
• Can sustain high standards in lessons when teachers are absent.
  
• Understands the needs of individual students, especially those with special educational needs and those who may require additional support.
  

Whilst previous experience of working in a secondary school setting is advantageous, it is not essential.

At Reading School, we have a clear educational philosophy and a deeply rooted commitment to social mobility. In all we do we seek to nurture character and develop academic excellence, and we know that what we do really matters. More than 10% of our Year 7 students come from disadvantaged backgrounds and we are proud of the difference that we make. In 2023, the school was rated the Sunday Times South East State School of the Year.

We are a short walk from central Reading and close to transport links. Reading is a diverse place to live with arts, culture and heritage at the heart of the town.

This is a permanent position starting in September 2024.

Part-Time Working / Job Share will be considered for a suitable candidate.