Cover Supervisor

Chorlton High School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Chorlton High School in Manchester is looking for a capable Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team. You will supervise classes in the absence of teachers, ensuring learning continues and standards are maintained, while supporting learning across departments.

The role suits graduates or those seeking teaching pathways, as it does not require a formal teaching qualification. It offers a structured environment and opportunities to contribute to student wellbeing and school life.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills are essential.
• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Graduates or aspiring teachers are welcome; no formal teaching qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during short-term absence of teaching staff.
• Maintain classroom expectations and manage behaviour positively.
• Support learning across departments and provide student feedback.
• Assist with classroom resources, displays and examinations.
• Support trips and enrichment activities and cover lunch/break duties.

Skills

Literacy and numeracy

Experience with children

Positive relationships

Calm and organised

Team player

Safeguarding and inclusion

Professionalism

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Cover Supervisor to join our fantastic team at Chorlton High School.

Are you passionate about supporting young people to succeed? Do you thrive in a fast-paced school environment where no two days are the same?

We are seeking a confident, organised and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with students, supporting learning across the curriculum, and contributing to a positive school culture.

This is a fixed term role for one year and full-time working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 1 week. The starting salary is £24,998 and the full time equivalent us £29,064 Grade 5. To start as soon as preemployment checks are complete.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain engaged in learning and classroom expectations are maintained. You will also support curriculum areas, work collaboratively with teachers and support staff, and contribute to the wider life of the school.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising lessons using pre-prepared work
• Managing student behaviour positively and effectively
• Supporting teaching and learning across departments
• Providing feedback on student progress and engagement
• Assisting with classroom resources and displays
• Supporting examinations, trips and enrichment activities
• Undertaking break/lunch duties and wider school support tasks

This is a supervisory role rather than a teaching post and is therefore suitable for applicants without a formal teaching qualification. It would particularly suit graduates, aspiring teachers, experienced teaching assistants or individuals with experience working with young people.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has good literacy and numeracy skills
• Has experience working with children or young people
• Builds positive relationships with students and staff
• Is calm, flexible and organised
• Works effectively as part of a team
• Is committed to safeguarding and inclusion
• Demonstrates professionalism, tact and enthusiasm

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

In return, we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• A welcoming school community committed to improvement
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to make a real difference to students’ learning and wellbeing

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.