Job description
We are looking for an individual who will embrace the ethos of the College and who will facilitate high quality learning across the curriculum in the absence of the regular teacher. The successful candidate will be able to assist and supervise students in all year groups throughout the school day; supporting classes and delivering work set by our teaching staff.
A cover supervisor’s primary duty at Castle Donington College is to maintain good order to ensure students are on task and learning can take place. Responsibilities include:
- Taking responsibility for groups or classes of students in the short-term absence of their usual teacher
- Supervising learning and supporting with tutor time activities
- Managing the behaviour of students to ensure a productive and positive learning environment exists Co-ordinating the collection and organisation of appropriate resources needed to effectively deliver cover lessons
- Supporting students in small groups or individually, as required
- Working with teachers to understand, develop and share best practice in the delivery of high-quality teaching and engaging students across a range of curriculum areas
- Ensuring opportunities are taken to develop positive relationships, build confidence and celebrate success with students
We are looking for someone who:
- likes young people and is excited about working with them
- will be an excellent role model for our students
- will encourage and inspire students to achieve their best
- will reinforce our culture of high aspirations and expectations
- has excellent organisational skills
- has excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- is innovative and able to think on their feet
- shows a commitment to safeguarding and the pastoral care of young people
- demonstrates a positive attitude towards learning and achievement
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Castle Donington College
Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–16
- Pupils
- 684
- Academy trust
- EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST
Ofsted 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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Derby, Leicestershire, DE74 2LN
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- Salary
- Scale 4, Point 9 - 12: £27,254 - £28,598
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 9 July 2026
- Closing date
- 7 August 2026
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