Cover Supervisor

Wickersley Partnership Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Local Government and Teacher Pension

Westfield Health subscription

Professional Growth and Development

Job summary

Wickersley Partnership Trust seeks a dedicated Cover Supervisor to maintain high-quality learning when teachers are absent. You will supervise pupils, deliver pre-prepared activities, and ensure a safe, structured environment to keep curriculum delivery on track.

The role requires strong literacy/numeracy, classroom management, and flexibility. It offers term-time hours, 34 weekly hours, and a permanent contract, with competitive salary and pension benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills as GCSE C/4 or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Previous experience with children or young people in educational/youth settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing daily needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver activities prepared by the classroom teacher and supervise self-directed learning to maintain continuous curriculum delivery.
• Set up the classroom with appropriate resources while adhering to health and safety standards.
• Manage pupil behaviour effectively to ensure smooth activities and pupil safety.
• Provide immediate, informal feedback to pupils to support high performance.
• Return completed work and give detailed feedback to the classroom teacher.
• Undertake other reasonable duties including break supervision and general oversight of children.

Skills

GCSE English/Maths (C/4)

Experience with children/young people

Communication skills

Classroom management

Flexibility

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4)

Job description

Job Title - Cover Supervisor

Salary - WPT Band 5 £30023 - £32046 (Pro Rata £24299 - £25936)

Hours - 34 hours per week, term time, including 5 additional days

Contract Type - Permanent

Location - Wickersley School and Sports College

Are you an adaptable, enthusiastic individual looking to make a positive impact in the classroom? We are seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to ensure high-quality learning continues seamlessly in the absence of the classroom teacher.

About WPT

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never knowingly do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, your primary purpose is to provide whole-class lesson cover when a classroom teacher is unavailable. You will supervise pupils delivering pre-prepared activities, maintaining a safe, structured, and purposeful environment to ensure learning is not disrupted and the curriculum continues to be delivered successfully.

Responsibilities

• Deliver activities prepared by the classroom teacher and supervise self-directed learning to maintain continuous curriculum delivery.

• Set up the classroom appropriately, ensuring the correct resources are available to deliver activities efficiently while adhering to health and safety standards.

• Manage pupil behaviour effectively, dealing with any immediate issues to ensure activities run smoothly and pupil safety is maintained.

• Provide immediate, informal feedback to pupils to ensure they continue to perform to a high standard.

• Return completed work and provide detailed feedback to the classroom teacher for follow-up action.

• Undertake other reasonable duties within the general scope of the post, including break duties and general supervision of children.

Qualifications

• Strong literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent in English and Maths).

• Previous experience of working with children or young people in an educational or youth setting.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.

• Ability to work flexibly and adapt quickly to changing daily needs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary

• Generous Local Government (support staff) and Teacher Pension Schemes

• Health and Wellbeing, including a Westfield Health subscription

• Professional Growth and Development

***Closing Date: Noon, Friday 18th September 2026***

***Interviews will be taking place Week commencing: 21st September 2026***

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service