Cover Supervisor

Aureus School; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Flexible hours

Holiday allowance

Work-life policies

Wellbeing initiatives

Career progression

Staff benefits portal

Community collaboration

Job summary

Aureus School is a forward-thinking 11-16 comprehensive school focused on high-quality teaching and learning. The role offers opportunities to inspire students and develop analytical and critical-thinking skills within a supportive GLF Schools community.

Contract is fixed-term until August 27, with 33 hours per week over 39 weeks, and a salary in the GLF Specialist 1 band (£28,009 pa, actual £22,087). Start ASAP and closing date 20 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Develop positive relationships with students.
• Demonstrate confidence and classroom presence.
• Stay calm and objective with challenging behaviour.
• Show enthusiasm for learning.
• Be committed to working as part of a team.
• Commit to raise the achievement of all students.

Skills

Positive relationships

Classroom presence

Calm under pressure

Enthusiasm for learning

Team player

Raising achievement

Teaching across year groups

Job description

Your opportunity

Are you a passionate about supporting teaching and learning? Are you confident in managing classes and behaviour? Do you want to be supported in your career development? This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking school committed to high-quality teaching and learning, where you can inspire students to develop the analytical and critical-thinking skills that will support them throughout their lives.

What we are looking for

Someone who is able to:

• develop positive relationships with students


• demonstrate confidence and classroom presence


• stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour


• show enthusiasm for learning


• be committed to working as part of a team


• commit to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities


• teach across all year groups

Please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details

About Aureus School

Aureus School is an 11-16 co-educational comprehensive school. In its most recent Ofsted inspection (October 2024), Aureus School was graded good in all areas. We firmly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and our approach is driven by a belief in a comprehensive education centred around high expectations for all. As a community, we believe in creating a learning environment that is both engaging and exciting, with an education that challenges our students to think critically and push boundaries. There is no limit to what our students can achieve, and we provide the necessary support and resources so that everyone can succeed.

As a purpose-built school, opened in 2017, Aureus has brand new technology using the latest equipment to enhance the students' learning experience. Our mission is simple: Cultivating ambition; high standards for all. We are committed to providing an exceptional learning environment that empowers all of our students to succeed. Our vision and core values of Ambition, Resilience and Respect guide every aspect of our educational journey, ensuring that each student’s experience is marked by excellence, ambition and unwavering high standards.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness


• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England


• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity


• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme


• Flexible working options


• Generous holiday allowance


• Work life and family friendly policies


• Employee wellbeing initiatives


• Career pathways and talent management


• Access to a staff benefits portal


• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start date: ASAP

Contract type: Fixed term to August 27

Salary: GLF Specialist 1 £28,009 pa (actual £22,087)

Hours: 33 hours per week, 39 weeks (term time only)

Closing date for advert: 20th November 2026 at 9.30am

Interview Date: TBC

We reserve the right to close the vacancy at any time so early applications are recommended