Cover Supervisor

Teaching Vacancies; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local academy in Northampton is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to support classroom activities during teacher absences. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about education and able to effectively manage student behavior. Full training will be provided along with various employee benefits including a £1,000 welcome bonus and access to mental health support. Join a team where the well-being of staff and students is a priority.

Benefits

£1,000 welcome bonus

Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders

Free annual Flu Vaccinations

Free access to Fitness Suite

Employee Benefits Scheme

Qualifications

• Reliable and enthusiastic individual.
• Experience in supporting educational activities or administrative tasks preferred.
• No specific qualifications required as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons and manage classroom behavior.
• Provide guidance to keep students engaged and productive.
• Maintain continuity of learning during teacher absences.

Skills

Passion for education

Enthusiasm for learning

Classroom management

Experience with young people

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about education and eager to gain valuable classroom experience? We’re looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team, providing essential classroom support in a dynamic school environment.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. You’ll deliver pre‑prepared lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and provide guidance to ensure students remain engaged and productive. This role is perfect for individuals considering a career in teaching, recent graduates, or anyone with experience working with young people in an educational setting.

The successful candidate will possess a passion and enthusiasm to learn and progress in their role. Experience in supporting educational activities and/or administrative tasks within a school would be an advantage, as we encourage colleagues to contribute at all levels, but full training will be provided.

Are you intrigued? Do you have the drive and determination to contribute to the further wider development of our Academy? Do you want to work for an organisation that has the wellbeing of staff and students at its heart, alongside fantastic new employee benefits? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Visits to the academy are warmly welcomed. To come and see us in action, please contact our HR team to arrange a suitable time on [e-mail] or 01604 740641.

What the school offers its staff

We are committed to developing well‑being initiatives to support all our staff and are able to offer:

• We are a Carnegie Gold Standard Accredited organisation for mental health for both students and staff.
• A dedicated staff Wellbeing Committee.
• £500 Refer a Friend payment scheme, plus a welcome bonus for your friend.
• A £1,000 welcome bonus to new employees employed on a permanent contract.
• Access to trained staff Mental Health First Aiders.
• A developmental and supportive culture for continued professional development.
• A stunning rural location.
• HR Services on site.
• Eye Tests.
• Free annual Flu Vaccinations for all staff.
• Access to 24/7 telephone counselling service for staff and their immediate family via Health Assured.
• Free access to our Fitness Suite.
• Pension Schemes.
• Healthy Eating. Our in-house catering firm, Innovate, offer a healthy range of food at both break and lunch‑time. Staff are entitled to a free lunch if undertaking an evening duty.
• Free and secure car parking on site.
• PTA. We have a very active PTA group that all staff can get involved in if they wish.
• Employee Benefits Scheme.
• Private Health Care Options.
• Discounts & Cashback Schemes.
• And much more.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, by completing this application form, you confirm that you have read the DBS Code of Practice and the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy which is available on our website. An enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, identity and medical checks are mandatory for all posts within Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy is available here. We are also committed to meeting the requirements of disability discrimination and other legislation.