Cover Supervisor

Ivanhoe School; Ashby-de-la-Zouch; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivanhoe School is seeking a motivated Cover Supervisor to supervise prepared lessons in the teacher's absence, ensuring learners continue their progress and remain engaged throughout the session. This role may suit graduates seeking classroom experience before teacher training or individuals with experience in education.

A high level of professionalism and reliable communication in English are essential. Hours are 30 per week across 39 weeks per year, 8:15am to 3:05pm, Monday to Friday, with a

Qualifications

• Supervise prepared lessons in the absence of a class teacher.
• Maintain student engagement and progression.
• Demonstrate clear, effective English communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lessons left by the class teacher.
• Ensure students understand the task and stay on task.
• Manage behaviour in line with the school policy.
• Facilitate learning and support student progress during cover.

Skills

Classroom supervision

English proficiency

Job description

Required from: Monday 26th October 2026

Grade: Grade 7, Points 11-14

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: £26830 - £28146 FTE

£19233.51 - £20176.58 Actual

Hours: 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

8:15am – 3:05pm, Monday to Friday

We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated Cover Supervisor to join our talented and supportive team to supervise prepared lessons in the absence of a class teacher, ensuring that students' learning and development is continued and maintained.

This role is suitable if you enjoy working with young people and thrive on every day being different and/or if you are someone who has always wondered whether you would be suited to a career in education this is a fantastic opportunity for you to find out and gain valuable experience. This role may be particularly suitable for a graduate looking for classroom experience prior to undertaking teaching training or equally someone with existing experience within education. We provide a high level of continuing professional development regardless of experience.

Classroom experience is desirable but not essential, the confidence to supervise a class is equally important.

During cover lessons your role will be to ensure all students understand the task which has been set and are engaged with learning. You will also be expected to manage the behaviour of the class when covering in accordance with the school’s behaviour policy. It will be essential to work with the students to ensure they are getting the most out of the lesson and to facilitate their learning as much as possible.

Our ideal candidate is a conscientious and dedicated team player, who is happy to work flexibly in a busy school. You will have excellent communication skills and a good command of written and spoken English.

Our vision statement clearly describes our ‘Thriving Together’ and we are aiming to move from ‘good to outstanding’ in all aspects of our work at the School, particularly in teaching and learning.

Closing Date

The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 16th September 2026 at 4pm, with interviews taking place during the week commencing 21st September.