Cover Supervisor

The Hyndburn Academy; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hyndburn Academy in Blackburn is seeking a motivated Cover Supervisor to support teachers and pupils across a range of subjects and abilities, ensuring continuity of learning when teachers are away. You will help students overcome barriers to learning and contribute to a structured yet energetic learning environment.

You will deliver lesson plans, manage student behaviour, and foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere, helping pupils reach their full potential academically and

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuity of learning when teachers are absent.
• Deliver lesson plans for subject-specific classes.
• Manage student behaviour and support a positive learning environment.

Job description

COVER SUPERVISOR

Salary: From £26,825 without a Teaching Qualification / From £36,000 with a Teaching Qualification

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join us in a dynamic and rewarding role, working alongside teachers to support pupils across a range of subjects and abilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, building positive relationships, and contributing to a structured yet energetic learning environment. In this role, you will play a key part in helping students overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their potential, making a meaningful difference to their lives and the wider community.

You will play a pivotal part in maintaining continuity of learning when teachers are away from the classroom. Your knowledge and expertise will enable you to deliver lesson plans for subject-specific classes. Your responsibilities will include managing Student behaviour and providing support to promote a positive educational experience for all. The position requires a high level of subject knowledge, adaptability, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

You will contribute to maintaining a calm, focused learning environment and support effective behaviour management. Your patience, adaptability, and proactive approach will help ensure all pupils can achieve their full potential, both academically and socially.

Why join us?

• A diverse, hands-on role at the centre of a dynamic and busy school
• The opportunity to collaborate closely with staff and pupils across the wider school community
• A supportive team environment with a clear sense of shared purpose
• The chance to make a meaningful and visible contribution to the day-to-day operation of the school

The Hyndburn Academy is part of United Learning, a growing group of schools whose aim is to provide excellent education to children and young people across the country. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and rewarded. As part of United Learning, we offer opportunities and a benefits package beyond that of an individual school.

We’re proud to offer ‘more pay, more time, and more support’. We offer the best pay in the sector, three extra INSET days dedicated to planning and professional development, one paid personal leave day each year during term time.

We place a high priority on developing our staff. Every employee benefits from a supportive annual review process with a tailored programme of personal development. We also facilitate a wide range of professional networks, enabling colleagues to collaborate, share best practice and learn from colleagues in similar roles.

We are committed to supporting your wellbeing. Flexible working is available where roles allow, alongside a comprehensive range of benefits including enhanced parental leave, access to a health cash plan (following 6 months’ service) employee assistance and wellbeing programmes, and free flu vaccines. Further information about our rewards and benefits can be found at - www.unitedlearning.org.uk/careers/rewards-and-benefits.