Cover Supervisor

Little Lever School; Little Lever; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Lever School in Bolton is seeking a Cover Supervisor to support teaching staff by covering lessons and supervising groups of students. The role is full-time with 33.33 hours per week during term time plus 5 days.

You will contribute to a positive learning environment, adhere to safeguarding practices and be committed to helping students achieve their potential. This is an exciting time as the school continues to expand and improve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Regularly cover lessons under the direction of teaching staff.
• Supervise groups of students to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support safeguarding processes and follow school policies.

Job description

Cover Supervisor

• Company: inploi
• Salary: Competitive
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Bolton, BL3 1BT
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 14 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 14 Oct 2026

Summary

Cover Supervisor

Grade F SCP 17-23

Monday to Friday 8.20am - 3.00pm

33.33 hours per week Term Time plus 5 Days

Actual Annual Salary (£24,719 - £27,438)

Permanent

Immediate Start Date

'Helping every person achieve things they never thought they could'

Little Lever School is one of the most improved schools in the country. Our outcomes remain in the top 100 schools nationally for similar schools. In May 2026, our school was graded Strong in Curriculum and Expected in all other areas by OfSTED. We continue to move forward at pace. We are a recognised School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) and Teach First Partner school. We support schools from across the Northwest in a range of areas. The systems and structures we have established, our clear expectations and relentless focus on our praise culture, routines and behaviour have created a positive environment where students can learn, and teachers can teach.

This is an exciting time to join Little Lever as we expand, providing the best educational experiences for more pupils. Our ambition is to become 'the best in class'. We put students at the heart of our thinking and we continue to help every person achieve things they never thought they could!

Please visit our website to gather a flavour of what we are all about!

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented, energetic and inspiring Cover Supervisor with a real passion for teaching. We are looking for an individual who is determined to make a difference to the lives of young people. The successful candidate will be expected to regularly cover lessons and supervise groups of students under the direction/instruction of teaching staff.

Our Values and Commitment

We recognise the people that work within the Lever Academy Trust are the decisive element in helping all our students to achieve great things. We value the wellbeing of our staff and know how important it is to invest in initiatives to support staff wellbeing throughout the school year. We expect the very best from everyone every day and are focused on people. We want our students to achieve the very best outcomes. We ensure our students model our values of being kind, working hard and taking responsibility in all that they do so they are ready to take their place in the world!

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Supporting Documents

• Job Description
• Person Specification
• Application Form

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Little Lever School is one of the most improved schools in the country. Our outcomes remain in the top 100 schools nationally for similar schools. In May 2026, our school was graded Strong in Curriculum and Expected in all other areas by OfSTED. We continue to move forward at pace. We are a recognised School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) and Teach First Partner school. We support schools from across the Northwest in a range of areas. The systems and structures we have established, our clear expectations and relentless focus on our praise culture, routines and behaviour have created a positive environment where students can learn, and teachers can teach.

This is an exciting time to join Little Lever as we expand, providing the best educational experiences for more pupils. Our ambition is to become 'the best in class'. We put students at the heart of our thinking and we continue to help every person achieve things they never thought they could!

Please visit our website to gather a flavour of what we are all about!

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented, energetic and inspiring Cover Supervisor with a real passion for teaching. We are looking for an individual who is determined to make a difference to the lives of young people. The successful candidate will be expected to regularly cover lessons and supervise groups of students under the direction/instruction of teaching staff.

We recognise the people that work within the Lever Academy Trust are the decisive element in helping all our students to achieve great things. We value the wellbeing of our staff and know how important it is to invest in initiatives to support staff wellbeing throughout the school year. We expect the very best from everyone every day and are focused on people. We want our students to achieve the very best outcomes. We ensure our students model our values of being kind, working hard and taking responsibility in all that they do so they are ready to take their place in the world!