Cover Supervisor

Astrea Academy Dearne; Goldthorpe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Barnsley is seeking a dynamic Cover Supervisor to maintain high expectations and oversee students during teachers' absences. The candidate should be passionate about education and have a collaborative approach in a supportive environment. This role offers extensive professional development opportunities and a warm, structured atmosphere.

Benefits

Extensive CPD opportunities

Centralised planning and resources

No formal graded observations

Qualifications

• Passionate about education and considering a future teaching career.
• Believes every child can achieve, without exception.
• Confident in a structured classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes in the teacher’s absence.
• Maintain high expectations and support disruption-free learning.
• Contribute to a respectful classroom environment.

Skills

Confident supervision

Team player mentality

Ability to maintain high expectations

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Cover Supervisor

Location: Astrea Academy Dearne, Barnsley

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: £22,959 - £24,517 (Actual Salary)

Hours: 32.5 hours/week, Term Time Only (39 weeks/year)

Role

Astrea Academy Dearne is seeking a highly effective Cover Supervisor to join our committed team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about education and considering a future teaching career. You will play a vital role in maintaining high expectations and supporting disruption-free learning by supervising whole classes and ensuring scholars complete work set in the teacher's absence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes in the teacher’s absence and ensure students complete set work.
• Maintain high expectations and support disruption-free learning.
• Contribute to a warm, structured, and respectful classroom environment.

What We Offer

• Extensive CPD and career development opportunities.
• Centralised planning and resources.
• No formal graded observations — ongoing, supportive coaching.
• A feedback policy focused on whole-class feedback.
• Centralised detentions and behaviour systems.
• Opportunities to complete NPQs and progress across Astrea South Yorkshire.
• A visible, supportive leadership team.

Who We're Looking For

• A confident, values-aligned Cover Supervisor.
• Someone who believes every child can achieve, without exception.
• A team player who thrives in a culture of high standards and support.

Safeguarding

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ candidates.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role and looking for a new challenge or have a passion for education, please review the Recruitment Pack and Job Description to find out more about the role and how to apply. We actively welcome visits and would be delighted to show you around our academy to appreciate fully our excellent learning environment.

Please contact Hannah Peace ([e-mail]) to arrange a visit.