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Cover Supervisor SEND Specialism - Fixed Term

Tunstall CEP School, Sittingbourne

  • Ref:KCC886-3337-42S
  • Posted:06/06/2019
  • Pay:KR5
  • Start Date:September 2019
  • App Close Date:19/06/2019 at 09:00
  • Interviews:W/C 24th June

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Fixed contract full time post for academic year 2019-2020 which may be extended further.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working and creative Cover Supervisor with SEND specialism to join our friendly, caring and dedicated team.

Do you consider yourself an outstanding team member with a passion for education? Do you have the capability to raise aspirations in the young people we work alongside, and create accessible learning for our vulnerable students? If so, we welcome you to apply.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for their role, will have a relentless focus on achieving the highest standards and will have a strong commitment to the inclusive, Christian ethos of the school. Previous experience with children who have special educational needs is essential as is experience of a Cover Supervisor position.

 Purpose of the Job:

 To supervise whole classes undertaking pre-prepared activities provided by a teacher during the short-term absence of a classroom teacher. The primary focus is to maintain order and to keep pupils on task.

To organise and maintain personalised learning experiences for a small group of SEND children outside their classroom setting.

Key duties and responsibilities:

  1. Supervise pre-prepared activities and self-directed learning in the short-term planned / unplanned absence of teachers to provide continuity of learning for pupils.
  2. Prepare the classroom/outside areas for lessons, ensuring that resources are available and cleared away at the end of the lessons as appropriate.
  3. Manage the behaviour of pupils whilst they are undertaking work.
  4. Collect any completed work after the lesson and return it to the appropriate teacher.
  5. Report back as appropriate using agreed referral procedures on the behaviour of pupils during the class, and any issues arising.
  6. To organise and maintain personalised plans for individuals who are working outside their classroom setting by liaising with teaching staff and the Inclusion Manager.
  7. To help with the keeping and compilation of observations and assessments for a small group of children with SEND needs.
  8. To lead on teaching and learning experiences in a small SEND setting.
  9. To support individuals or small groups of children with SEND in their classroom setting.
  10. To support individuals and groups of children with SEND in unstructured times such as lunchtime and playtime.
  11. To support and help develop the practice of the school’s Wellbeing Team.

 

Information about the school

Our Vision

‘We believe that God’s abundance is for everyone, nurturing a servant heart for the local community of Tunstall and beyond. Learning opportunities are broad, inclusive and inspiring where creativity is nurtured and harnessed at every opportunity through our unique, Discovery Curriculum. Children and staff are safe, secure and empowered to be risk takers. We are a culturally diverse school who value each other's uniqueness with dignity and respect. We think deeply, love abundantly and serve graciously for the Glory of God and thus uphold our biblical underpinning of John10:10 being: ‘A place where everyone can flourish’.

A warm welcome to Tunstall Church of England Primary School and thank you for considering our amazing school for your career progression. Tunstall Church of England Primary School is an extremely popular and oversubscribed church school on the outskirts of Sittingbourne, Kent.

We are blessed with a spacious, stunning, purpose-built, modern premises and hope to be recognised by all who cross our boundary as a dedicated, outstanding school, which develops aspirations within pupils, an enthusiasm for learning and has delivered excellent academic results over many years.

Our pupils’ achievements are exemplary. From music to maths, science to serving community lunch to local residents, we support our children to be the best they can possibly be. This has been recognised by Ofsted who deemed us to be an ‘outstanding’ school in all areas. Our pupils’ attendance is excellent and this helps them to fully engage with our broad, exciting ‘Discovery Curriculum’.

Outdoor learning, active learning and the broadest offer possible of a wider curriculum, ensures all children can pursue the skills and knowledge necessary to follow their dreams. Our dedicated staff, extensive grounds and superb resources equip us well to provide our children with the best possible learning opportunities. We value our bond with Tunstall Church very highly and promote our distinctively Christian Vision, Ethos and Values in everything that we do.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.