Cover Supervisor

Midsomer Norton Primary; Frome; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Onsite catering

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Helpline

Job summary

Frome Community College in Frome, Somerset, is seeking a Cover Supervisor to manage the school's absence system and coordinate cover requirements. The role combines office administration with classroom supervision, supporting teachers and students throughout the day.

The successful candidate will have strong IT skills (Google and MS Office), excellent communication, and the ability to engage with young people. A supportive induction and CPD are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills, preferably with experience of Google Workspace and MS Office.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Confidence and ability to work effectively with young people and encourage learning.
• Ability to use own initiative with good planning and organisational skills.
• Flexible approach to work with ability to prioritise and meet commitments.
• Great sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cover requirements for emergencies and planned absence.
• Lead and manage a team of lesson supervisors and oversee admin for cover procedures.
• Split role between office and classroom, supervising and managing classes of students.
• Contribute to a supportive and collaborative school community.

Skills

IT skills

Google Workspace

MS Office

Communication

Working with students

Initiative

Planning & organisation

Humour

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Job description

# Cover SupervisorEmployer: Frome Community CollegeLocation: Frome, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Actual Salary - £24,977 – £27,530 per annumPosted: 17th September 2026Expires: 4th October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1574684* Share :* Print**Cover Supervisor****Grade 5 Points 11 – 17 £29,071 - £32,043 per annum, pro rata****Actual Salary - £24,977 – £27,530 per annum****37 hours per week****Term Time plus Inset days****7:20am – 3:15pm Monday to Friday****Permanent Contract – Start date: ASAP**Frome College has an exciting opportunity for a **Cover Supervisor** to join our dedicated Cover team. Responsible for managing the school’s emergency and planned absence system, you will effectively co-ordinate cover requirements, manage a team of lesson supervisors and oversee administration relating to the school cover procedures and processes. The role will be split between office and classroom as a significant element of the day will be spent supervising and managing classes of students. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and energetic team of highly motivated teachers and support staff as well as becoming an integral part of our school community.**To be considered for this role you will:**● Have strong IT skills, preferably with experience of Google and MS office.● Have excellent communication skills with a positive can-do attitude● Have the confidence and ability to work effectively with young people and encourage them to learn● Be able to use your own initiative, with good planning and organising skills● Have a flexible approach to work with the ability to prioritise to ensure all commitments are achieved● Have a great sense of humour!**We offer the successful candidate:**● opportunity to be part of a strong community and supportive workforce● a calm and welcoming environment which enjoys a large amount of green, open spaces● supportive induction programme and CPD opportunities● free parking● onsite catering and nursery● salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work and an Employee Assistance Freephone HelplineFrome College is a successful, vibrant, and forward thinking 13-19 Upper School with approximately 1300 students. It is a fast-moving College within the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership. We are based on a stunning campus in easy reach of Bath and Bristol. Frome itself is a thriving market town, with a vibrant artistic community with the renowned Frome Festival, monthly Sunday market and many restaurants and 2 theatres, one of which is on campus.**Closing date: Midnight – Sunday 4th October 2026**This advert may close early if sufficient applications are received***This post requires a criminal background check via the Disclosure Procedure***### AttachmentsData Protection and Data Breach PolicyMNSP Recruitment BrochureTrust Annual Report 2025Cover Supervisor - Advert - Sept 2026Frome College - Cover Supervisor - Job Description### Safeguarding Statement:Frome Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.