The posting
Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.
Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.
Join Ormiston Rivers Academy as a Cover Supervisor and play a vital role in ensuring that learning continues seamlessly whenever teachers are absent. Working 32.5 hours per week, term time only, you will supervise whole classes, deliver the lesson instructions set by teachers, and maintain good order so that every student stays focused, engaged and on task. This is an ideal role for someone interested in a teaching career and looking to gain classroom experience.
As our Cover Supervisor, your responsibilities will include supervising students engaged in learning activities, responding to general questions, promoting positive behaviour and dealing promptly with any incidents in line with Academy policy. You will provide accurate feedback to teachers on the conduct of each lesson, keep appropriate records, support the use of ICT, and contribute to daily lunchtime duties and wider cover across the school, helping to create a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment.
About you
We are looking for an individual educated to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification or experience) with excellent literacy and numeracy skills and successful recent experience working with children and young people in a school environment. The ideal candidate will be calm under pressure, flexible, highly organised and ICT literate, with excellent communication skills and the ability to build respectful, trusting relationships with students and adults alike. You should be able to implement behaviour management strategies effectively, set high expectations for students, and demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
About Ormiston Rivers Academy
Ormiston Rivers Academy is based in Essex. The school is an 11-19 co-educational academy with 1,077 students.
At Ormiston Rivers, we believe education is about more than just qualifications, it is about preparing young people for life. We work tirelessly to ensure our students aim high, embrace ambition, and develop the confidence, resilience, and character needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world. Our mission is simple: every student will progress, thrive, and ultimately give back to the communities that shaped them.
Our curriculum ensures that academic success, creativity, problem solving, reliability, responsibility and resilience, as well as physical development, well-being and mental health are key elements that support the development of the whole child and promote a positive attitude to learning and enable them to become well-rounded, global citizens.
Why work for Ormiston?
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
In addition, we can offer you:
- A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
- A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements
- Automatic pay progression
- Generous pension with life cover
- Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform
- Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service
If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, we would love to hear from you.
To apply for the role, please submit an application via the link above by the closing date. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
