Cover Supervisor

The Bewdley School; Bewdley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Wmjobs is seeking a Full-Time Cover Supervisor to join our school’s cover team in Bewdley. The role supports lessons in the absence of a teacher and may involve subject-specific duties. A strong classroom presence and ability to manage student behaviour are essential.

The position operates on a term-time basis plus five training days, with hours 8.30am–3.30pm, Monday to Friday. This role may evolve into Enrichment Supervisor responsibilities supporting school enrichment activities.

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C (or equivalent) in Maths, English & Science.
• Willingness to undertake Health and Safety training.
• Opportunity to undertake PE training to cover practical PE lessons.

Responsibilities

• Cover classes in the absence of a teacher and manage student behaviour.
• Support the enrichment programme and house system when not deployed to cover lessons.

Skills

Strong problem solving

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relates well to students

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English & Science (grade C)

Job description

Full-Time Cover Supervisor

Scale 5 Salary Scale Point 12 - £22,794 based on 32.5 hours per week - term-time plus 5 training days

Required as soon as possible.

We are seeking a specialist Cover Supervisor with the skills and experience to support our cover team. This may include some specialist support in a subject area, dependent on the successful candidate’s skills and experience. There must also be willingness to undertake Health and Safety training to ensure that all legislation is complied with. There may also be the option to complete some PE training to enable the candidate to cover practical PE lessons effectively.

The successful candidate will enjoy working with young people, as they will be responsible for classes in the absence of a teacher. The Cover Supervisor will be expected to manage the behaviour of students whilst they are completing learning activities set by the teacher, and a confident classroom presence is essential. When not deployed to cover absent staff, the role will become Enrichment Supervisor, supporting the delivery of the school’s comprehensive enrichment programme and house system.

A good general standard of education is also required (applicants must have minimum qualifications of GCSE grade C, or equivalent, in Maths, English & Science) and an interest in a career in the education sector is desirable. The role involves an 8.30am to 3.30pm working day, Monday to Friday with a 30-minute lunch break.

We seek a colleague who has:

• Strong problem solving capability
• The temperament to work well under pressure
• Excellent communication/organizational skill
• The ability to relate well to students

In return we offer:

• A professional working environment
• A welcoming, friendly and supportive culture
• Opportunities for personal development
• A commitment to balanced leadership

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS, where appropriate.

Closing date for applications: This will remain open until the vacancy is filled.

Attached documents
Cover Supervisor September 2026.pdf
Cover Supervisor Advert September 2026.pdf