Cover Supervisor

COVER SUPERVISOR

Salary – Grade 5 SCP 7–9, Actual £22,378-£23,100 (pay award pending)

37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time Only - 193 days

We require a Cover Supervisor to join our team as soon as possible. This role primarily involves delivering cover to classes where teachers are out of school for short term reasons. A degree in English, Maths, Science or other curriculum related subject would be advantageous. You will need to be good humoured, resilient and enjoy working with young people aged 13-18.

This post provides the opportunity to accompany students on educational visits and to play a full part in the extra-curricular life of the school. In addition, as part of our commitment to personal and professional development, postholders will participate in a weekly training programme alongside teachers and classroom-based support staff.

Please find the job description, application form, application details and school information on the website ‘Vacancies’ section at: www.whitleybayhighschool.org

Completed applications and a letter (500 words maximum) explaining why your experiences to date have prepared you for this role at Whitley Bay High School, should be sent to debbie.coulson@whitleybayhighschool.org before the closing date below.

Closing date for applications is Friday, 4th September 2026 at 10am

Whitley Bay High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant employment checks deemed appropriate.