Cover Supervisor

Bradgate Education Partnership; Leicester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradgate Education Partnership seeks a Cover Supervisor for The Roundhill Academy to support student learning during teacher absences, offering a dynamic school environment. Ideal for those experienced with secondary-age students, this role includes comprehensive training, extensive support, and collaboration opportunities within a welcoming team.

Benefits

Access to professional development programmes

Bradgate Benefits package

Opportunities to collaborate and share knowledge

Supportive leadership team

Extensive training in the role

Qualifications

• Experience of working with Secondary-age students needed.
• Ability to cover a wide range of lessons.
• Commitment to the values of nurture, enrich, and inspire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher absences.
• Engage with students to maintain learning continuity.
• Participate in the school community and development programs.

Skills

Adaptability

Enthusiasm

Confidence

Education

Experience with Secondary-age students

Job description

Start Date: 26th August 2025

Provisional Interview Date: W/C Monday 23rd June 2025

Are you someone who has a passion for supporting young people?

Are you experienced in supporting young people to thrive?

Would you like to work in a smaller than average Secondary school setting?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone to join The Roundhill Academy as a Cover Supervisor for 30 hours per week on a permanent basis.

We are seeking a confident, adaptable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor who will play a key role in maintaining the continuity of learning in the Classroom during periods of teacher absences, someone who is willing to be immersed in our busy but rewarding school life.

This role would be suitable for someone who is seeking a new opportunity to work closely with young people or someone who is already an aspirational qualified teacher.

The role includes supervision and delivery of pre-planned lessons, potentially across a range of subjects. The Roundhill Academy promotes personalised development and offers a comprehensive CPD package and induction training plus the opportunity for involvement in the wider school community.

This is an excellent time to join Bradgate Education Partnership, working at The Roundhill Academy, as we continue to work collaboratively to deliver a high quality education and meaningful experiences to our children and young people. Everyone has a significant part to play and you can find out more about working for the Trust by taking a look at our Candidate Information Pack.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience of working with Secondary-age students

• Be adaptable and able to cover a wide range of lessons throughout the school day

• Be committed to our whole school values of nurture, enrich and inspire

We will support you by offering:

• Extensive support and training in the role

• Supportive and welcoming team

• Supportive leadership team who will offer support and training

In return we offer:

• Opportunities to work across the partnership, developing your skills and expertise

• The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and share knowledge and resources

• Access to our professional networks and professional development programmes

• Access to our Bradgate Benefits package (see Candidate Information Pack).

Applications

Prior to applying for the post, we welcome candidates in making contact with us to either discuss the position or arrange a visit to the school:

To apply for this position:

1. Visit our careers website and search for the vacancy

2. Apply using the online application form

3. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you do need any help with applying for this post, or need support with completing the application form, please make contact using the above contact details.

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All employees and wider workforce are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging.

We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

The Roundhill Academy 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.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.