Cover Supervisor

Carlton Academy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carlton Academy, part of Redhill Academy Trust, is seeking a highly capable learning support or cover supervisor in Nottingham. The role is permanent, full-time (37 hours weekly) and term-time only, with DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Ambitious for learning and a team player, the successful candidate will have the vision, enthusiasm and drive to build on the strong foundations that already exist in the school.
• They will be innovative and resilient, possessing an unwavering commitment to the progress of all children.

Responsibilities

• When not required to cover lessons for absent teachers, cover supervisors act as in-class support or help departments with some administrative tasks, including the display of learning resources and work.
• Supportive teams and professional networks are available to staff.

Skills

Ambitious for learning

Team player

Vision and enthusiasm

Innovative

Resilient

Commitment to progress

Job description

14 days remaining to apply

As soon as possible

14 October 2026

Job role

• Learning support or cover supervisor

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time: 37 hours per week - Full time, Permanent, Term time only

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

Redhill Academy Trust pay scale BAND 8

What skills and experience we're looking for

About you…

Ambitious for learning and a team player, the successful candidate will have the vision, enthusiasm and drive to build on the strong foundations that already exist in the school. They will be innovative and resilient, possessing an unwavering commitment to the progress of all children.

What the school offers its staff

What we can offer…

At The Carlton Academy we’re proud to be part of Redhill Academy Trust, a community Trust that values and invests in its people. You can expect:

• A warm welcome and thorough induction
• Supportive teams and professional networks
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
• Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements

Our Trust is a regional leader in teacher training and high-quality professional development, delivered through the DfE designated Redhill Teaching Hub. The Redhill College of Leadership and Development offers excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region.

Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future. We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

The Carlton Academy is seeking to appoint a highly skilled and talented cover supervisor.

When not required to cover lessons for absent teachers, cover supervisors act as in-class support or help departments with some administrative tasks, including the display of learning resources and work.

This position is an ideal opportunity for someone wishing to pursue a career in education and may suit a qualified teacher looking to step down from a full teaching role, a graduate looking to gain experience before teacher training or an adult with experience of working with young people.

Commitment to safeguarding

As Redhill Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding children practices, any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS and Child barred list checks, social media presence check and successful references.

The Carlton Academy is a ‘good’ and over-subscribed 11-18 academy and part of Redhill Academy Trust. The Academy is also a member of Redhill College of Leadership and Development and as such there are excellent CPD opportunities and a chance to work alongside colleagues from other high-performing schools in the region. The Trust also leads the regional Teaching School Hub, delivering local teacher training and the National Professional Qualifications for teachers.