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Cover Supervisor

The Thomas Lord Audley School · Colchester · Essex

Job description

Build Positive Relationships, Achieve Positive Outcomes at The Thomas Lord Audley School.

Are you looking to join a community that is truly dedicated to the success and well-being of its students? Do you have the skills to help every student reach their full potential, both academically and personally?

At The Thomas Lord Audley School, our vision is to empower our young people to be the best that they can be. All our staff are highly committed to creating a positive learning environment and excellent relationships, allowing every student to grow and develop. We're looking for a dedicated Cover Supervisor to become a vital part of our community and help us continue to create a school that is characterised by positivity, challenge, and enjoyment.

Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer a dynamic and stimulating environment where you can truly thrive.

  • The successful candidate will work 32.5 hours per week
  • This is a 39-week-per-year role, which includes term time and non-pupil days

A Day in the Life:

You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

  • Supervise pupils engaged in learning activities
  • Act as a role model and set high expectations of conduct and behaviour
  • Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils within the classroom

What We're Looking For:
You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

  • GCSE Grade A to C or equivalent in English and Maths
  • Being aware of and working with the School’s policies in relation to inclusion, safeguarding and physical contact with students
  • Ability to negotiate effectively with adults and children

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.

Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

  • A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
  • A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.
  • Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people

that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including

the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that

we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice

across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:
Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by Thursday 1st November 2026 at Midnight via My New Term.

Please note that only fully completed application forms will be accepted and we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.

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About this school

The Thomas Lord Audley School

Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–16

Not rated
Pupils
921
Avg teacher salary
£56,341
Pupil:teacher ratio
16.2:1
Academy trust
THE SIGMA TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

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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Colchester, Essex, CO2 8NJ

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Salary
£21,542.00 - £22,608.00 Annually (Actual) Scale 5, point 39
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
16 October 2026
Closing date
1 November 2026

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