Cover Supervisor

Plantsbrook School; Maney; On-site; GBP 21,311 - 26,351; Full time

Job summary

Plantsbrook School is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to support teaching staff during short-term absences and to assist with in-class activities across a designated range of subjects.

You will supervise classes, manage transitions, and maintain a safe, orderly learning environment while ensuring resources are available for students. The role requires reliable teamwork and clear communication with teachers and pupils.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in a classroom environment preferred.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage student behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole class during short-term absence and follow guidance from teaching staff.
• Take and manage the class register and ensure attendance accuracy.
• Ensure resources are prepared and available for learning activities.
• Provide a concise end-of-day report to the Cover Manager.

Skills

Classroom supervision

Behaviour management

Time management

Tools

Arbor

Google Classrooms

Job description

COVER SUPERVISOR

Grade 3 £27,254 - £33,699 (FTE) per annum, pro rata

Actual Salary £21,311 - £26,351

32.5 hours per week Term time:

8.20am - 3.20pm (30 min lunch break)

Job Purpose

Supervision of classes in the short-term absence of the class teacher under the guidance of teaching/senior staff; in‑class support within a designated range of subject areas; curriculum support, including planning and administration; Cover Supervisors are an established team and must be prepared to work in any subject.

Specific Duties

• Report to the Cover Manager at the start of each day.
• Supervise whole class to undertake pre‑set work and/or activities during the absence of the regular teacher.
• Take register – paper or electronic.
• Begin and end the lesson in line with school guidance, ensuring students are provided with the necessary resources for their learning.
• Maintain good order and manage pupil behaviour and deal promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established school policy.
• Keep students on task as necessary.
• Respond appropriately to questions raised by students.
• Collect any completed work and return it to the appropriate teacher/department.
• Ensure the room is left tidy and ready for the next lesson.
• Provide a brief report on each class covered at the end of each day and return this to the Cover Manager.
• To liaise with either the Subject Leader, Achievement Co‑ordinator or Form Tutor re any behaviour difficulties experience during lessons.
• Use school digital systems as required, such as Arbor, Google Classrooms and approved online platforms.

Closing Date

1 September 2026

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as we reserve the right to interview earlier and withdraw the advert if a large number of applications are received.