Lesson Supervisor - Term Time

Westlands School, Sittingbourne

• Ref:KCC886-5434-845S
• Posted:10/10/2025
• Pay:£26,319 - £28,004 FTE (£20,482 - £21,794 Pro Rata)
• Start Date:November 2025
• App Close Date:27/10/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:5th November 2025

Advert

• £26,319 - £28,004 FTE – SAT C
• £20,482 - £21,794 Pro Rata
• 33 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 Staff Development Days (39 weeks)

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Lesson Supervisor to join our team.

In this role, you will provide valuable classroom supervision in the absence of the subject teacher or mentor. While this is not a teaching position, you will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth and productive learning environment for our students.

Key Responsibilities:
· Supervise and support students in the classroom
· Maintain a positive and orderly classroom environment
· Follow lesson plans and provide basic instruction as needed
· Communicate effectively with students, teachers, and other staff members
· Adapt to a varied and changing routine

You are a great fit if you have:
· Experience working with children in a classroom setting (e.g. Teaching Assistant)
· Strong classroom management skills
· The ability to work independently and as part of a team
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· A flexible and positive attitude

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of previous experience in a school setting. We are particularly interested in those who can demonstrate a passion for working with children and a commitment to creating a positive learning environment.

Full details about the role and how to apply can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

Westlands School may undertake online searches of any candidates as part of the Shortlisting Process.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and would like further information, please contact Siobhan Costello at siobhan.costello@swale.at or 01795 477475.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to wssrecruitment@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs alone.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact Recruitment@swale.at.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Information about the school

Westlands School is a large, mixed, 11-18 school with a tradition of excellent outcomes for students and a ‘Good’ OFSTED judgement. We have an enviable reputation in the local area, being significantly over-subscribed on an annual basis. As part of Swale Academies Trust we work in collaboration with other schools across Kent and East Sussex. We are a Teaching School and provide professional development of the highest quality.

Westlands School is part of Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust for school improvement. We are particularly proud of the fact that our curriculum provides a variety of academic, arts, technology and other vocational subjects; helping focus on students of all abilities making exceptional levels of progress, particularly in the key skills of literacy and numeracy.

Westlands offers a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

Please visit https://www.westlands.org.uk/ for more information.

Job Contact Information

• Name:WSSrecruitment
• Address:Westlands Ave, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1PF
• Telephone: 01795 477475
• Email: wssrecruitment@swale.at

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment Pack