About this role
Job Purpose:
To work with curriculum teams, deliver lessons and supervise students in the absence of teachers.
When not acting as a cover supervisor to act as a TA under the direction of the SENCO
Duties and Responsibilities:
To supervise classes and to undertake work/activities that have been set by teachers including taking the register, introducing and closing the class.
To organise all cover requirements for teacher’s absence and complete associated ICT and administration.
To assist in the preparation (setting) and assessment (marking) of work where appropriate.
To be responsible for interpreting, presenting and delivery of quality lessons to students in a way that compliments the school ethos on teaching and learning.
To maintain good order and discipline amongst the pupils in line with the school’s Behaviour Policy to ensure a positive environment.
To encourage the young people to interact and work co-operatively with each other and engage all pupils in activities.
To respond to any questions from pupils about processes and procedures.
To deal with any immediate problems or emergencies in accordance with school policy.
To establish communication links with the appropriate teacher to ensure continuity is maintained for the pupils.
To collect completed work after the lesson and return it to the appropriate teacher.
To report back to the appropriate person on any issues arising.
To supervise examinations as directed.
To operate as a Teaching Assistant in designated faculties when not on Cover duty.
To take part in all appropriate inset activities and after school training/meetings alongside teachers.
To undertake professional training, related to the post, as directed by the School.
To carry out their duties in accordance with the equal opportunity and anti-discriminatory practices of the school.
To provide resource support to curriculum departments and pastoral team as required.
Any other duties and responsibilities within the range of the salary grade.
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