Cover Supervisor

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Bristol is looking for a dedicated Cover Supervisor to support students in the absence of regular teachers. This part-time role requires a passion for education and the ability to inspire students, ensuring they achieve high standards. The successful candidate will be part of a committed staff body in a supportive environment, offering opportunities for professional development and community engagement. Join us to make a meaningful impact in students' learning journeys.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to staff sports and competitions

Training and professional development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Passionate about students’ learning and commitment to excellence.
• Enthusiasm, knowledge, and skills to support students effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lesson resources and supervise classes or groups of students.
• Ensure students achieve high standards in line with school policies.
• Maintain continuity of learning in absence of regular teachers.

Skills

Passion for education

Ability to inspire and engage students

Commitment to student development

Education

Experience in an educational environment

Job description

NJC13-15 £21,846 - £22,567 Annually (Actual)

Contract Type:

Contract

Hours:

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

07/02/2026

About this job

Fixed Term until 31 August 2026, term time only plus 4 INSET days (38.8 weeks). Part-time, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30 – 15:30. Start date: 9th March 2026. Interview date: 5th February 2026. Are you passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic school environment?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Cover Supervisor to join our team. If you are committed to helping students thrive and succeed, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the continuity of students' learning in the absence of their regular teachers. Your primary responsibility will be to deliver lesson resources and supervise classes or groups of students, ensuring they achieve the highest possible standards in line with our school policies and expectations. If you are ready to inspire and engage students, helping them reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

What Ashton Park School can offer:

• Committed and supportive staff body with a real sense of community
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ashton Park Fitness Centre offers
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free eye tests
• Access to staff sports and competitions
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Internal job market and great opportunities for progression
• Family friendly policies
• Free parking

About Ashton Park Secondary School: "The new school leadership team has been mindful of staff workload and well-being when introducing rapid change". Ofsted Lead Inspector: This is an exciting time for Ashton Park School & sixth form as we embed our vision for our school to be ‘Valued in our community for our passion for learning and a commitment to excellence within a caring atmosphere built on mutual respect, and celebration of success’. In a recent Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’ in all areas.

We are looking for applicants who are passionate about students’ learning and who have an unequivocal commitment to excellence in all they do.

The successful applicant will have the enthusiasm, knowledge and skills to deliver high quality student support. The successful candidate will be committed to the personal development of our students. Being part of the professional learning community at Excalibur Trust will provide the post holder with outstanding opportunities to progress and contribute to the continuing development of both school and trust.

Ashton Park is an inclusive and oversubscribed school, with over 1200 students, set in the beautiful grounds of the Ashton Court Estate in Bristol. We have many strengths including a committed team of staff who are enthusiastic and passionate about their work and supporting the young people in our care. There is a hugely impressive range of opportunities on offer for our student body. We are a very happy school community. Diversity and inclusion are promoted and valued. Expressions of interest are welcomed from people of all backgrounds.

Please note that we will review applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close this posting once suitable candidates have been found. We encourage you to submit your expression of interest as soon as possible in order to be considered. Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).