Class / Cover Supervisor

We are looking for a Cover Supervisor to join our team from 1st September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, is considering a career in teaching or who wants to take a step back from full-time teaching.

LGA Pay Scale 5, Point 13-17 £29,064-£31,022 time equivalent. Actual pro rata salary £22,356.92 per annum (Pay Award Pending). The hours of work are 31.25 per week Monday to Friday 8.15am-3.30pm (term time only, paid for 47.36 weeks per year).

We require an enthusiastic, confident person to be our Cover Supervisor who willsupervise a group of students during the short-term absence of a teacher. You will ensure the students carry out a pre-prepared lesson; you will not be required to plan or mark work. The Cover Supervisor will maintain good order and keep students on task, responding to questions and generally assisting them to undertake set activities. The successful candidate will be required to support our students and have a general love for learning. You will work as part of a team or on your own under the direction of the Assistant Head and Cover Administrator. The role involves supervising students in the absence of their teacher, carrying out academic mentoring and contributing to the school community. Please also refer to the detailed job description.

The successful candidate ideally will

• Have experience in working in a school environment
• Have qualifications relating to working with children
• Have good organisation and communication skills
• Be a team player