Cover Supervisor

eTeach UK Limited; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Maidstone is seeking a Cover Supervisor to maintain continuity of learning and engage students during teacher absences. The role requires effective classroom management, the ability to deliver lesson materials, and strong communication skills. Applicants should be passionate about education and dedicated to student development. This position offers various benefits, including CPD programs and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Two weeks holiday at October half term

Comprehensive CPD programme

Free meals on site

Occupational Sick Pay

Free eye tests for VDU users

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising or teaching in an educational environment.
• Ability to deliver pre-prepared lesson materials.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support student learning.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absence and manage student engagement.
• Deliver lesson materials and monitor classroom behavior.
• Report on student progress to teachers and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Ability to engage young people

Classroom management

Communication skills

Job description

At St Augustine Academy, we are committed to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment where students thrive. We are seeking a dedicated and confident Cover Supervisor to join our team and play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning across the school.
If you’re passionate about education, have the ability to engage young people, and are looking to make a meaningful contribution to student development, we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring students remain on task and engaged
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and manage classroom behaviour effectively
• Support students in their learning, promoting a positive and respectful environment
• Report back on student progress and behaviour to the relevant teacher
• Work collaboratively with staff to maintain high standards of teaching and learning
CV’s will not be accepted.
Applications will be considered as they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date therefore early applications are encouraged. St Augustine Academy reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
What we offer
• 2 weeks holiday at October half term
• A comprehensive CPD programme for all staff
• Laptop
• Free Car Parking
• Meals available on site for all staff between 8am to 2pm
• Free meals for all staff on Inset days and Open Evening events
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Exceptional leave arrangements for family events
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• A comprehensive EAP (employee assistance programme) with 24 - hour access
• Free fitness suite on site
28 days annual leave and 33 days for over 5 years’ service (pro-rated down for part time working)
About our School
St Augustine Academy is a non-selective 11-16 school in Maidstone who is dedicated to fostering excellence in education. We pride ourselves on our supportive community, innovative teaching methods, and commitment to the personal development of both students and staff.
Our Christian Ethos helps to make our school a thoughtful community and we are welcoming, positive and open to pupils and staff of all faiths and none.
Our Academy has a calm purposeful atmosphere. We strive to broaden horizons and challenge our students to achieve their potential. We offer a rigorous academic curriculum, a strong behaviour policy.
We are committed to continual CPD and a positive work life balance for staff. We offer additional training days, support staff to complete additional qualifications and remove unnecessary workload.
We are one of six Academies which make up the Woodard Academies Trust (WAT). WAT is part of the Woodard family of schools. Created by founder Nathaniel Woodard in 1848, Woodard is the largest group of independent Church of England schools in England and Wales. Woodard Academies Trust and Woodard Schools share a common ethos and vision: to inspire young people to make a difference.
Our ethos reflects our deep commitment to delivering an outstanding education to the students we teach. We prioritise inclusion and value individuals, and excel in delivering pastoral care and personalised learning paths for our students. Our aim is to offer students not only a first-class education, but also to teach them life skills that will provide benefits beyond their time with us. We believe that our academies should enrich the communities they serve and play an active role in their development.
DBS Checks
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Asylum and Immigration
To comply with Asylum and Immigration legislations you will be required (if appointed) to provide one or more documents from the Immigration Act 2006 - List A and B. You must provide proof of current and valid permission to be in the United Kingdom and valid permission to do the type of work offered.
St Augustine Academy is an equal opportunities employer. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.