Cover Supervisor

Maiden Erlegh Trust; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing community of schools in the UK is seeking a Cover Supervisor to ensure effective classroom supervision in the absence of the regular teacher. You will support students, manage behavior, and maintain a focused learning environment. The role requires an NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent, with an emphasis on strong communication and positive management skills. Comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities are offered. A commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Annual Leave

Professional Development

Hybrid Working

Perkbox access

Free flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aid

Recognition of staff achievements

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a school or with young people is desirable.
• Confident in exercising authority and managing behaviour positively.
• Can work independently while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes and maintain a purposeful learning environment.
• Manage attendance and ensure orderly entry and exit from classrooms.
• Comply with safeguarding and health procedures.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Time management

Positive behaviour management

Organizational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

The Cover Supervisor will provide effective classroom supervision in the absence of the regular class teacher. Using pre-prepared resources and instructions, the postholder will ensure students remain safe, engaged and focused on learning, maintaining high standards of behaviour and professionalism at all times.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring a calm and purposeful learning environment.
• Register attendance and manage orderly entry and exit from classrooms.
• Communicate lesson instructions clearly and provide appropriate resources to students.
• Manage behaviour in line with school systems and expectations.
• Collect and return student work and complete routine reporting as required.
• Support the administration team and departments during unallocated periods.
• Undertake lunchtime, break‑time and exam invigilation duties as required.
• Comply fully with safeguarding, health and safety procedures and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Holds an NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Has experience of working in a school or with young people (desirable).
• Is confident in exercising authority and managing behaviour positively.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Can work independently, using initiative, while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Has a positive, professional and resilient approach, with a clear commitment to student wellbeing and safeguarding.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 750 staff and 4,500 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive and Work Together. These values underpin everything we do and drive our commitment to high‑quality education for all through collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement. Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high‑quality professional learning at every stage of their career. This includes mentoring, leadership development opportunities and our annual MET Staff Conference, which brings colleagues together from across the Trust to share best practice and learn together. Joining our Trust means becoming part of a professional community that invests in people and values expertise, with the opportunity to play a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of children and young people. You can learn more about working with us, and hear from colleagues across the Trust, on our website.

If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution to the future of our Trust and its schools, please contact [e-mail] for an informal discussion. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme: Generous employer contributions, with auto‑enrolment into either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme, both Career Average Revalued Earnings schemes.
• Annual Leave: A generous holiday entitlement, which increases with length of service.
• ME Day: One additional day's leave each year to attend a special personal event, such as a child's sports day or graduation, or a family celebration.
• Professional Development: A comprehensive programme of professional learning through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, including opportunities to both attend and deliver CPD. Colleagues also take part in our annual MET Staff Conference, bringing staff together for a full day of workshops, networking and shared learning. Apprenticeship Levy funding and professional development networks are also available.
• Hybrid Working: For eligible roles, a flexible approach to working arrangements, balancing remote and office‑based working where appropriate.
• Perkbox: Access to a wide range of discounts and wellbeing resources, with 25 Perk points each month that can be exchanged for goods and services.
• Wellbeing and Health: Free flu vaccinations for all staff and free eye tests for eligible colleagues.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access to 24/7 confidential support, discount vouchers and additional wellbeing resources.
• Mental Health First Aid: Trained Mental Health First Aiders available across the Trust.
• Recognition and Community: Regular celebration of staff achievements, milestones and contributions across our schools, reinforcing a strong sense of belonging within the #TeamMET community.
• Employee Referral Scheme.

Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger, supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.