Cover Supervisor

St Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy; Leicester; On-site; GBP 14,333 - 15,031; Part time

Job summary

St Pauls Catholic School in Leicester is seeking a dedicated cover supervisor to support learning across key stages. This permanent, part-time role is 23.66 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with a salary of £14,333–£15,031 (Actual) and an FTE equivalent of £25,989–£27,254.

The successful candidate will demonstrate patience and empathy, strong communication and organisational skills, and a commitment to inclusive teaching.

Qualifications

• Patience, empathy and genuine care for young people.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Enthusiasm for supporting diverse learning needs.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Organisational skills

Diversity support

Job description

Cover Supervisor

Employer: St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Multi Academy Trust

Location: St Paul's Catholic School, Evington, Leicester, LE5 6HN

Hours: 23.66 hours per week / 39 weeks per year

Position: Permanent/Part Time

Salary: £ 14,333-£ 15,031 Actual Salary (FTE £25,989-£27,254)

Grade: Band 3 (Points 6-9)

Start Date: ASAP

Closing date: 0900 am Monday 24th August 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

St Paul's Catholic School is seeking a forward-thinking and dynamic cover supervisor. We believe in fostering a nurturing and engaging learning environment that inspires students to reach their full potential. Our dedicated team values creativity, collaboration, and innovation in teaching.

What We’re Looking For

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine care for young people.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Enthusiasm for supporting diverse learning needs.

We will offer the successful applicant a happy, welcoming and supportive team where staff development and raising standards are a priority in an enjoyable and purposeful environment.

How to apply

To apply for this role, submit your application before the closing date. The school offices can be contacted on 0116 241 4057 to arrange an appointment.

Why work for the St Thomas Aquinas Multi Academy Trust?

1. Genuine opportunities for career progression across 23 academies within the Trust.
2. Pension – automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 28.68% employer contributions, or the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff with employer contributions above 20%.
3. Terms and Conditions – nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.

About the Trust

The Trust brings together 23 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Leicester City, Rutland and Leicestershire, ensuring the very best Catholic Education for all young people. The Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, requiring an enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks for successful applicants. The Trust will make reasonable adjustments to enable access for disabled job applicants or employees who develop a disabling condition. We commit to a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community where staff treat one another with dignity and respect, welcoming people of all cultures, ethnicities, beliefs and faiths. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer.

Learn more about us on our socials

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