Cover Supervisor

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Chellaston Academy is seeking a proactive Cover Supervisor to ensure continuity of learning when teachers are absent. You will supervise pre-planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, maintain a positive learning environment and help students stay engaged and progress.

You will also support examinations, educational visits and departmental administration, contributing to the wider life of the school and upholding the values of Integrity, Care and Excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a busy school environment.
• Proactive approach, good ICT skills, flexibility, safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pre-planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 to ensure continuity of learning.
• Maintain a positive and purposeful learning environment and support student progress.
• Support examinations, educational visits and departmental administration.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and uphold school values.

Job description

As a Cover Supervisor at Chellaston Academy, you will play a vital role in ensuring continuity of learning when teaching staff are absent. Working with students across Key Stages 3 and 4, you will supervise pre-planned lessons, maintain a positive and purposeful learning environment, and support students to stay engaged and make progress. Alongside classroom supervision, you will contribute to the wider life of the school by supporting examinations, educational visits, and departmental administration. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, thrives in a varied environment, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to student success.

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for a confident, organised and enthusiastic individual who can inspire positive behaviour and build strong relationships with students and colleagues. You will have experience working with young people, excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in a busy school environment. A proactive approach, good ICT skills, flexibility, and a commitment to safeguarding are essential. Whether you are considering a future career in teaching or bring experience from an educational setting, you will be passionate about helping students achieve their best and embody the values of Integrity, Care and Excellence that are central to life at Chellaston Academy.

About Chellaston Academy

At Chellaston Academy, children are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to create mature, confident and successful global citizens who can thrive in an ever-changing world, guided by our shared values of Integrity, Care and Excellence.

While strong academic outcomes matter, we believe success is defined by far more than examination results. We are committed to developing the whole person, nurturing qualities such as self-confidence, self-belief and self-esteem, and recognising and celebrating individual talents.

Our students benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum, and we work closely with parents and carers to ensure that, when expectations are high and shared, every child can achieve great things. This includes promoting an excellent attitude centred on respect, high standards of appearance, good manners, full attendance and punctuality.

Chellaston Academy is a school where:

Diversity is celebrated and inclusion shapes everything we do.

Children feel safe, happy and supported.

High expectations drive achievement for all.

Relationships between staff and students are strong, respectful and built on trust.

Staff wellbeing is valued, and colleagues genuinely enjoy being part of our community.

Why Join Tapestry?

As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.