Job Description Job Title: Secondary Cover Teacher Department: Academic Our Purpose at The Alice Smith School According to the words of our school song: 'Soon there were two, who were joined by a few'. Alice Smith started a movement with just two people. That single brave act sparked a positive chain reaction. She inspired other families to join her on her journey, creating a nurturing environment for generations of learners and a home away from home for thousands of families.
In that same vein, we keep the Alice Smith spirit alive by building a nurturing community that encourages our students to explore the world with courage, curiosity and compassion.
To build a better world together. Our purpose is embedded through our three strategic pillars: Our People We are a diverse collective of experts and curious minds, working together to push the boundaries of education to lead learning for an ever-changing world.
Our Students We encourage students to explore different paths with courage and curiosity, in an environment that empowers them to make an impact as their best self.
Our World We are a supportive, connected community that innovates, explores and learns together.
The Opportunity (Overview of the role) The Secondary Cover Teacher will work under the guidance of the Vice Principal for Learning. Their primary role is to provide temporary teaching coverage in the absence of regular teachers, ensuring continuity of education for students.
Responsibilities/duties: Temporary Teaching: Take over the teaching responsibilities of absent teachers in various subjects.Follow existing lesson plans and curriculum guidelines.Maintain a positive and supportive learning environment for students.Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students. Classroom Management: Take a register on iSAMS every lesson.Implement effective classroom management strategies to maintain order and discipline.Establish and enforce clear rules and expectations.Promote a respectful and inclusive learning atmosphere. Student Support: Provide individual assistance and support to students as needed.Monitor student progress and report any concerns to the appropriate HoD/HoF/VP.Encourage student participation and engagement in learning activities.
Professional Development: Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.Stay updated on current educational trends and best practices.Ensure that all safeguarding training is completed annually.Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.Valid teaching certification.Experience in teaching at the secondary school level.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to adapt to different teaching styles and classroom environments.Strong organisational and time management skills.Additional Requirements: Willingness to travel to school at short notice.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Commitment to providing high-quality instruction to students.Note: This job description is a general outline and may be subject to modification based on the specific needs and requirements of the school.
GENERAL ? The Cover Teacher may be called upon to perform other duties that the Senior Leadership considers reasonable, that are commensurate with the grading and designation of the post.
Safe Recruitment Practices: As a school with a diverse collective of experts, we uphold recruitment protocols that adhere to the highest possible international standards. We conduct thorough pre-employment checks on candidate references and verify qualifications. If you require further information regarding the School's 'Pre-Appointment Checks,' please liaise with our People and Culture representative, as the process may vary for individuals of different nationalities.
We prioritise the careful scrutiny of checks as they are essential in ensuring a safe and secure environment for our students. By maintaining stringent recruitment practices, we aim to provide a nurturing and protected learning environment for all our students.
The duties and responsibilities of this post may vary from time to time according to the changing demands of the school. This job description may be reviewed at the reasonable discretion of the Head of School and school leadership in the light of those changing
requirements and in consultation with the post holder.