Cover Supervisor (Full Time / Part Time)

We are recruiting a Cover Supervisor to join Holcombe Grammar School to provide cover for absent teaching staff and to facilitate the learning by Key Stage 3 and 4 students. The successful candidate will be required to supervise whole classes, assisting students in undertaking pre-planned learning activities.

Understanding of the educational system and current developments would be beneficial, as would previous experience in providing literacy or numeracy support at Key Stage 3 or 4. The successful candidate will have effective communication skills both orally and in writing, together with excellent organisational, administrative and interpersonal skills.

This is a great opportunity if you are pursuing a career as a Teacher or a Teaching Assistant as this role will provide experience of working in a classroom and interacting with students.

This role is offered on a full time or part time basis. Actual working arrangements can be discussed at interview.

Holcombe Grammar School, part of The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, is an ambitious and supportive inclusive learning community, where life chances are transformed. We are a selective 11-18 boys’ school with a large and expanding mixed Sixth Form. 

At Holcombe Grammar School our aim is that students develop into successful, well rounded, confident young people who are equipped with the academic and life skills necessary to thrive in the modern world.    Whatever an individual’s background, we strive to ensure that our highly capable students are given the academic and intellectual tools to help them structure their thinking and learning effectively 

Pupils at Holcombe Grammar School … experience an inclusive, welcoming and supportive environment in school. The school community takes opportunities to celebrate its diversity often. Ofsted March 2024

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The Thinking Schools Academy Trust 

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Essex, Hampshire and Devon.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.   

Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to: 

• Think about their Thinking 
• Be their Best self 
• Shape their Success 

In this way we transform life chances 

What our Trust will offer you: 

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national standards.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust to enhance your teaching and learning.
• Professional Development: Explore excellent CPD opportunities, including tailored programs for Early Career, Middle, and Senior Leadership.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy and Rochester Grammar School.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote health and sustainability through our Cycle to Work initiative.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: Be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit from our Refer a Friend Scheme

What you need to do now:

If you are interested in working at our welcoming school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

For an informal chat about this position please contact Donna Read via email at ([email protected]).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [email protected].