Job description
We require a Cover Manager to line manage other Cover Supervisors. The role will involve organising the daily cover system for the whole school, including organisation of supply teachers.
The role will also include overseeing classes of students aged 11-16 for which work has been set during the absence of the class teacher, ensuring that the class is well managed and students work productively. Other duties may include small group intervention.
This role is an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to gain further experience in a school environment as part of their career development and will offer invaluable experience to anyone wishing to pursue a career in teaching.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
The Willink School
Community school · Secondary · Ages 11–18
- Pupils
- 1,233
- Avg teacher salary
- £48,071
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18:1
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Reading, West Berkshire, RG7 3XJ
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- Salary
- Between £29,070 and £33,119
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 8 September 2026
- Closing date
- 17 September 2026
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