Cover Supervisor

Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

St Matthew’s RC High School seeks an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to coordinate class cover and support teaching staff. This permanent, full-time role is term-time only, fostering a collaborative environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cover and supervision for absent teaching staff.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and provide feedback.
• Support within classrooms when not supervising.

Job description

Salary: NJC Grade 5, SCP 13-19 (FTE £28,163 to £31,067) actual salary approx. £24,723 to £27,273 per annum

Overview of Position

The Governors of St Matthew’s RC High School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, hard working, team player, who will join us in the role of a Cover Supervisor.

Purpose of Post:
• To complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for the co-ordination and provision of cover and class supervision for absent teaching staff as directed by the Cover Manager on a daily basis.
• Deliver pre-planned cover work as directed by the Head of Department, ensuring that feedback is provided for the absent member of staff.
• When not needed for cover duties, provide support within the classroom/department as directed.

Contract Type/ Working Pattern: Full time, permanent, term time only + 5 days

Start Date: As soon as possible

Reporting to: Assistant Headteacher (Academic)

Other Information:

How to Apply

To arrange an informal visit to the school, please contact Mrs Gibson, Headteacher’s PA, on 0161 681 6178 or by email to, [e-mail]

Application packs can be downloaded from the school website www.smrchs.com . Completed applications and supporting documentation should then be submitted by email to Mrs
Gibson at [e-mail] by the closing date of Friday 13 June 2025 at 9.00am
Interviews will take place on Thursday 19 June 2025

Safer Recruitment

St Matthew’s RC High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. St Matthew’s is also committed to providing a diverse and inclusive community, ensuring equal opportunity. St Matthew’s welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently under represented in our workforce. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS application and will be subject to further safer recruitment checks, such as references, with ID documents retained on file. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check, as part of our due-diligence in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales under company registration number 12206105