Cover Supervisor

Rivington and Blackrod High School; Bolton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local secondary school in Bolton is looking for a Cover Supervisor to deliver engaging lessons across various subjects when the main teacher is absent. The ideal candidate will be innovative and dedicated to supporting all learners, ensuring they have access to quality education. The position is permanent, offering a salary between £23,855 and £26,296, with a commitment to safeguarding children. This is an opportunity to join a supportive team in a respected school.

Qualifications

• Innovative and capable of creating a positive learning environment.
• Commitment to maximizing the achievement of all learners.
• Ability to support individuals and groups with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality cover for lessons across all key stages.
• Support pupils during the short-term absence of their class teacher.
• Collaborate with teachers and leaders to enhance learning.

Job description

Cover Supervisor

Salary: Grade E SCP 11-17

Actual Salary £23,855 - £26,296

37 hours per week, Term time plus 3 days

Monday - Thursday 8am - 4pm and Friday 8am - 3.30pm

Permanent

Responsibilities

We wish to appoint a Cover Supervisor to deliver high quality cover for lessons across all key stages and subject areas. The successful post holder will be innovative and capable of creating a positive environment conducive to the delivery of engaging teaching and learning in the absence of the main teacher. A commitment to maximising the achievement of all learners is essential.

The position requires the delivery of pre-prepared lessons to pupils in class across a range of subjects during the short-term absence of their normal class teacher, working under the guidance of teachers and/or members of the school Leadership Team. You will be expected to support individuals and groups of pupils to enable access to learning, which may include those requiring detailed and specialist knowledge in particular areas.

The school has strong links with the local community with a heritage of 450 years and is successful and popular with parents. You will be joining a Staff Team that is committed, welcoming, supportive and friendly. We are an ambitious community committed to young people and supporting them on their journey to achieve their dreams and ambitions.

We strive to meet the needs of every learner; drive them, motivate them and support them to achieve. We celebrate all success and truly believe that every student matters and that it is our job as educators to ensure they know and feel that they matter.

Rivington & Blackrod is part of the Leverhulme Academy Trust and we believe that nurturing and supporting staff in teamwork and collaboration is essential if we are to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust.

Application

To apply, please click on the link and register for an account to complete our online application form: https://www.rbhs.co.uk/About-Us/Current-Vacancies/

Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday 4th January 2026

Recruitment and Equality

The trust is committed to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The 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 Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from as diverse a group as possible. Rivington and Blackrod High School is part of Leverhulme Academy Trust, we believe that nurturing and supporting staff in teamwork and collaboration is essential if we are to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust.