Cover Manager/Pastoral Support Mentor

Eteach International; Frome; Híbrido; GBP 25 000 - 28 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Pension scheme

Free parking

Wellbeing support

Resumo da oferta

Oakfield Academy in Frome is seeking a Cover Manager/Pastoral Support Mentor to organise cover for absent teachers and ensure lessons run smoothly throughout the day.

You will supervise classes of up to 30 pupils, provide help with work set by teachers, and support pupils with their learning. The role includes Pastoral Support duties, using ELSA to promote motivation and engagement.

Qualificações

• Experience organising cover for absent teachers and understanding timetables.
• Ability to supervise a class of up to 30 pupils and provide work as set by teachers.
• Strong communication and IT skills; flexible to arrange cover before start of academy day.

Responsabilidades

• Organise cover for absent teachers to ensure timely lessons are covered.
• Supervise classes up to 30 pupils and provide support with classwork as directed.
• Support pupils through the Pastoral Support Mentor role, using ELSA strategies to boost engagement.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

# Cover Manager/Pastoral Support MentorEmployer: Oakfield AcademyLocation: Frome, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Term TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: MNSP Grade 5 (Point 11-17)Posted: 8th October 2026Expires: 27th October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1576278Job Reference: CMPSM/2026* Share :* PrintAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cover Manager/Pastoral Support Mentor to join a successful and innovative team at our Academy.The successful candidate will organise lessons for absent teachers to ensure they are covered throughout the day. You will be able to arrange cover quickly having previous experience of understanding teachers workloads, timetables and best well matched cover to meet the needs of our pupils. You will cover the absent teacher's timetable, being able to supervise a whole class of up to 30 pupils / group or individual support with work set by the relevant teacher. You will also be able to help and answer pupils questions and manage pupil behaviour in line with academy policies and procedures. If cover is not required, you will support pupils’ education provision as Pastoral Support Mentor, working closely with pupils and the Support & Guidance Hub using ELSA as a strategy to support our pupils. You will help improve motivation, encourage re-engagement for learning and teach coping strategies, intervene and support when needed.You will be able to think on your feet, plan and resolve in an efficient and effective manner and have good communication and IT skills to meet arising tasks. Flexibility is essential as the organisation of cover will need to be arranged before the start of the academy day.The successful candidate will provide young people with the best possible education, whatever their background or ability.If you relish the chance to teach a variety of subjects and value the importance of building professional relationships with all pupils and staff, we would welcome your application.**We can offer you:**A permanent contract working 37 hours per week between 7:30am-4.00pm, 5 days per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days per annum.Actual Salary: Starting at £24,977 - £27,533 per annum (£29,071 - £32,046 FTE)Pension scheme, free parking, employee discounts & wellbeing support**Also with:*** The chance to work with enthusiastic and ambitious colleagues* An excellent induction programme with designated induction staff and a focus on positive wellbeing* Extensive school grounds located in the popular market town of Frome, surrounded by beautiful countrysideEveryone in the Oakfield community has high expectations for achievement, conduct and well-being. We are proud of our Infinity Curriculum which emphasises the core concepts we all aspire to. These are:* Ambition* Respect* Etiquette* Honesty* Kindness* PridePlease visit our website for more information.Please note updates regarding an application, which could include an invitation to interview, will be sent to the email address used when registering an account. Copies of all correspondence will also appear under the ‘messages’ section. In the event that emails are being directed to a ‘junk’ or ‘trash’ folder. Please make regular checks on the status of an application.Interviews will be held on Monday 2nd November 2026.Start date: as soon as possible.### AttachmentsData Protection and Data Breach PolicyMNSP Recruitment BrochureTrust Annual Report 2025Cover Manager-Pastoral Support Mentor - Grade 5 JD Template (1)### Safeguarding Statement:Oakfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people & vulnerable adults and expects all our staff to share this commitment.