Cover Supervisor

University of Brighton Academies Trust; Hastings; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Brighton Academies Trust seeks a Cover Supervisor for The Hastings Academy. This role involves covering lessons and supporting students' learning in various subjects. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills, experience in classroom settings, and the ability to foster positive relationships with students.

Benefits

Automatic annual pay increments

Generous Pension with 18.9% employer contribution

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health and Wellbeing commitment

Personal Development Day annually

Employee Assistance Program for support

Cycle to Work program

Retail Discount options available

Qualifications

• Experience in a teaching or classroom support role is essential.
• Must demonstrate the ability to build positive relationships with students.
• Enthusiasm and authority in lesson delivery are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Cover lessons across a wide range of subjects in absence of the Class Teacher.
• Support the Pastoral team and maintain an engaging learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure effective communication.

Skills

Drive for excellence

Highly organized

Motivated

Committed

Teamwork

Flexibility

Relationship building

Authority in delivery

Job description

Working pattern: Term time only (39 weeks)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week Monday-Friday - Open to part time and/or job share
Actual starting salary (calculated pro rata): £19,652 per annum

Salaries are paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

We are looking to recruit a Cover Supervisor who, in the absence of the Class Teacher can cover lessons across a wide range of subjects. This includes delivering lessons in accordance with the work set by the Teacher/Head of Department and also providing support for the Pastoral team.

We are looking for someone who:

• has a drive for excellence and a desire to deliver lessons of an outstanding quality
• is highly organised, motivated and committed to the role
• has experience working in teaching or in providing support in the classroom
• is a team member who will collaborate with colleagues to ensure a high level of communication both internally and externally
• is flexible to the changing demands of the role
• is able to build positive working relationships with students
• has enthusiasm, presence and authority who can deliver consistently

Please refer to the attached job description for full details.

The Hastings Academy

At The Hastings Academy, our core aim is to nurture a sense of community while fostering qualities like aspiration, self-worth, and respect for learning. We believe in equipping students with the skills and character to succeed in both education and beyond. Our innovative curriculum emphasises essential qualifications and lifelong learning skills, preparing students to thrive as responsible global citizens.

Effective communication and mutual support between parents and the school are key for student success. We celebrate achievements and address challenges collaboratively, with form tutors and heads of house playing crucial roles in students' journeys.

The academy has a published admission number of 180 (900 pupils in total) and hosts a special facility for up to 10 young people with speech, language, and communication difficulties.

Visit us: Home - The Hastings Academy

We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why we seek to enrich and reward our employees wherever we can, by offering a wide range of exciting and useful employee benefits. These include:

• Automatic annual pay increments: Pay progression is not linked to performance and all our staff benefit from automatic pay progression (subject to the maximum salary for the role). Cost of living awards are also reviewed annually.
• Generous Pension: Safeguard your future with financial security throughout your retirement. Employer contribution rate of 18.9%.
• Holiday Entitlement: Take advantage of 27 days annual leave per annum (FTE), plus statutory Bank Holidays.
• Health and Wellbeing: A strong commitment to your health and wellbeing including; onsite Wellbeing Champions, designated Mental Health Ambassadors and an annual day devoted to your health and wellbeing. This day provides the opportunity to spend valuable time catching up with colleagues, as well as some ‘Time for You’ to do whatever most enhances your wellbeing.
• Personal Development Day: One day annually dedicated to your personal development which could include volunteering, training or a seminar (self-funded).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to free and confidential counselling services, providing support for both work and personal issues.
• Cycle to Work: Build exercise into your commute, with our cycle-to-work programme, offering a £2K loan to purchase a bicycle.
• Retail Discount: Savings with hundreds of retailers including gym, private medical, dental and online GP service, as well as eligibility for the Blue Light Discount Scheme.

Our commitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Further information is available here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

We welcome applications from all members of the community.
The Trust is proud to be part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us by email to [e-mail] or by telephone to Emma Richings 01424 905 306.

Find out more
For further information about this opportunity please download the attached job description and personal specification, and view our candidate pack here: Candidate Pack

To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role please contact Conni Francis, Staffing Manager, on [e-mail]

Key dates

Closing date: 22 June 2025
Interview date: TBC
Proposed start date: 1 September 2025

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