About Us
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a community that values dignity, community, wisdom, and hope.
- Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Enjoy access to excellent facilities and resources to support your teaching, including the use of iPads for every student as part of our innovative approach to learning.
- Be at the forefront of our exciting curriculum development, where technology and traditional teaching methods blend seamlessly to enhance the educational experience of every child.
- Make a positive impact on the lives of young people and lifelong learning.
About Holy Trinity Church of England School:
Holy Trinity Church of England School is a vibrant and inclusive community located in Crawley, a culturally rich and diverse town. Crawley has fantastic transport links sitting halfway between Croydon and Brighton on the M23 corridor. There is also a fast train service between London Victoria, East Croydon, Haywards Heath and Brighton, in addition to other lines that serve the South. The school operates a minibus service for staff at the start and end of the day serving the three stations in Crawley (Ifield, Crawley and Three Bridges). The school is also the most well connected by bus of the six secondary schools in this area.
Rooted in Christian values, our ethos is underpinned by four key values: dignity, community, wisdom, and hope. We are dedicated to inspiring every student and providing an environment where our students can truly excel, both academically and personally.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and warmly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our community and enhances our ability to serve and support everyone in our school community. We welcome people from all ethnicities, faiths, abilities, genders and sexual orientations, and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all. If you’re passionate, driven and share our belief in the key values of dignity, community, wisdom and hope which underpin our school then we invite you to apply and bring your unique voice and talents to our team.
Crawley’s rich diversity and multiculturalism make our school an exciting place to work, where every day presents new challenges and rewards. As part of our team, you’ll be supported in your professional development and have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our curriculum. We are committed to raising standards and unlocking the potential of every child, and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for excellence and innovation.
Job Details
The Role
The successful candidate will supervise classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring that students remain engaged with their learning and that high standards of behaviour and conduct are maintained.
Induction and training will be provided, enabling the successful candidate to develop the skills and confidence required to support students effectively.
This casual Cover Supervisor role offers an excellent level of flexibility, making it ideal for individuals who are not looking to commit to fixed weekly hours. Whether you are balancing family commitments, studying, semi-retired, or looking to gain experience before moving into teaching or another education role, this position allows you to work on an as-needed basis while making a real difference to students' learning.
The role provides valuable experience working in a secondary school environment and is particularly well suited to aspiring teachers, graduates, former education professionals, or those seeking flexible and rewarding employment.
Key Responsibilities
- Classroom Supervision
- Supervise classes in the absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain on task and complete the work provided.
- Behaviour Management
- Maintain high standards of behaviour in accordance with school policies and procedures.
- Student Support
- Develop positive professional relationships with students and provide appropriate support to enable successful learning.
What You Need to Succeed
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Good qualifications to at least GCSE level (or equivalent), including strong written English.
- Good IT skills and confidence using technology-based systems.
- Experience of working with young people, either in education or community settings.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to build positive professional relationships with students.
- Flexibility, resilience and a willingness to supervise lessons across a range of curriculum subjects, including outdoor sports.
- An understanding of, and commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Further Information
Holy Trinity CofE School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.
Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).
Once complete please return this to [email protected] by 9am on Wednesday 2nd September 2026.
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01293 423690
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
The reference number for this role is SCHO02897.
