Cover Supervisor
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Cover Supervisor
Company: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]
Location: Northampton, Northants
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time, plus 5 days)
Salary: £26,824 FTE, Actual salary £20,243
Closing Date: 24 November 2025
About the Role
Are you passionate about education and eager to gain valuable classroom experience? We’re looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team, providing essential classroom support in a dynamic school environment.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. You’ll deliver pre-prepared lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and provide guidance to ensure students remain engaged and productive. This role is perfect for individuals considering a career in teaching, recent graduates, or anyone with experience working with young people in an educational setting.
The successful candidate will possess a passion and enthusiasm to learn and progress in their role. Experience in supporting educational activities and/or administrative tasks within a school would be an advantage, as we encourage colleagues to contribute at all levels, but full training will be provided.
Responsibilities
- Deliver pre-prepared lessons to students.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
- Ensure students remain engaged and productive.
- Provide guidance and support to students.
Requirements
- Passion and enthusiasm for education and learning.
- Ability to manage classroom behaviour.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Experience in supporting educational activities or administrative tasks within a school is advantageous but not essential.
- Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
About the School
[Employer hidden] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete an application form via our website here. Completed application forms should be accompanied by a letter of application.
Visits to the academy are warmly welcomed. To come and see us in action, please contact our HR team to arrange a suitable time on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden].