Cover Supervisor

Wigan Council; Atherton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wings CE Trust is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor for Leigh CE Primary School in Atherton. You will supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment for students. Ideal candidates should have a positive attitude, be team players, and commit to safeguarding children's welfare.

Benefits

Entry into Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding children.
• Experience in supervising or teaching is beneficial.
• Ability to cover various subjects and manage classroom behavior.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes in the absence of teachers.
• Ensure students complete assigned work.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively.

Skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Behavior management

Job description

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Please note the employer for this position is The Wings CE Trust, not Wigan Council

Leigh CE Primary School

Leigh

WN7 1LP

32 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year

Required for September 2025 (subject to satisfactory references and checks)

Cover Supervisor required to be based at Leigh CE Primary School

Grade 4, Term Time 32 hours per week

The Wings’ CE Trust are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our friendly and caring Christian school.

If you want to ‘create a better future’ for children every working day, this is an ideal position for someone who is a team player, has a positive attitude and understands the importance of providing a safe learning environment.

The Purpose of the role:

The Trustees of The Wings’ CE Trust are looking to recruit a Cover Supervisor to supervise whole classes during the absence of the class teacher, planned or otherwise, under the guidance of teaching staff.

The successful candidate would:

• Covering pre-set lessons in the absence of teachers,
• Managing behaviour appropriately and ensuring that the work set is completed by the students,
• Covering a range of classes in different subject areas with a range of students, varying in age and ability,

The Wings’ CE Trust can offer:

• An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors, and parents.
• A team of dedicated and hardworking staff
• A welcoming and friendly Christian ethos
• Excellent CPD opportunities and access to a library of on-line training courses
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A range of employee benefits which support your wellbeing that includes a confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The Wings CE Trust is an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hope that after considering the post details and School information available on the website that you choose to apply for the post as you believe you can contribute positively to the department, the ethos of the school and to ensure that our students make the progress we expect.

All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on 01942 671389 E-mail: [emailprotected] Website: https://www.thewingstrust.org.uk/

Closing Date: 31st August 2025

Interview Date: 15th September 2025

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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