Job description
Cover Supervisor
Term Time plus 5 Training Days
Grade 7 Point 12
32.5 hours per week - 8.15 am to 3.35 pm
Actual Salary £22,221 per annum
Are you passionate about supporting the education and well being of young people? Do you have a keen interest in helping students reach their full potential in a dynamic and engaging school environment? Arthur Mellows Village College is seeking to appoint a Cover Supervisor to supervise whole classes during short term teacher absences. As a Cover Supervisor you will pay a vital role in delivering pre-set work for students to enable them to continue their learning. You will cover lessons of any subject using the cover work set by the teacher. You will be required to set high expectations to motivate and challenge students whilst managing behaviour effectively and promoting a positive learning environment. This is a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the school.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking Trust, with a wealth of opportunities. Successful recruits can look forward to on the job training, support and professional development which can be translated into excellent outcomes for the young people which we serve. We are looking for someone with strong personal qualities such as confidence, integrity and presence in addition to good ICT skills. Consistent and effective communication are required together with the ability to use own initiative.
Would you like to train to be a teacher and are looking for classroom experience? The Cover Supervisor role is an excellent way to gain that much needed experience.
Please apply via MyNew Term. Informal enquiries should be directed to Faye Skinner, HR Officer, via email fskinner@arthurmellows.org
Closing date for applications is noon Monday 2 November 2026
We reserve the right to close the job advert early should we receive a high number of applications. If you have previously applied for this role in the past 6 months, please do not reapply.
The Four Cs MAT is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments involve regulated activity and are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, Barred Check List, two successful references and Criminal Overseas Check if applicable. Online searches are carried out on all shortlisted candidates
Helpston Road, Glinton, Peterborough. PE6 7JX. Telephone 01733 252235.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Arthur Mellows Village College
Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–18
- Pupils
- 1,651
- Avg teacher salary
- £51,975
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18:1
- Academy trust
- FOUR CS MAT
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Location
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Peterborough, Peterborough, PE6 7JX
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- Salary
- £22,221.00 Annually (Actual)
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 21 October 2026
- Closing date
- 2 November 2026
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