Cover Supervisor

Academy Transformation Trust; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutton Community Academy in Sutton-in-Ashfield is seeking a positive Cover Supervisor to provide supervision for students when their teacher is not present and to support and maintain curriculum delivery across Key Stages. The role includes full induction and ongoing training with staff committed to student success.

The ideal candidate will have experience with young people in an educational setting and literacy and numeracy to GCSE A-C/9-4 or equivalent. This is a school within the ATT network.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in an educational setting.
• Literacy and numeracy to GCSE A-C/9-4 or equivalent.
• Positive minded and proactive approach.
• Willingness to participate in induction and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision for students when teachers are not present.
• Support and maintain curriculum cover across Key Stages.
• Participate in induction and ongoing training.

Skills

Experience with young people

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Education

GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

Cover Supervisor

• NJC Point: 8-14


• £23,832 - £26,246 (actual) per annum


• 37 hours per week, 39 weeks


• Commencing: January 2027

Be part of something life changing.

For our students and for you.

We are looking for a positive minded individual to join our Cover team. If enjoy working with young people and would like to help them as they prepare for their future working lives, we would like to hear from you.

About the role:

The Academy is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to provide outstanding supervision for students when their teacher is not present and to support and maintain curriculum cover at all Key Stages to students and staff. There will be a full induction and on-going training, together with the support of teaching staff committed to providing the best possible education for all our students.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working with young people in an educational setting and have literacy and numeracy to GCSE A-C/9-4 or equivalent.

About us:

Following its most recent Ofsted inspection in April 2026, Sutton Community Academy continues to demonstrate its commitment to delivering a high-quality education at the heart of its community. Inspectors recognised the academy’s ambitious leadership, inclusive culture and unwavering focus on ensuring every student is known, valued and supported to succeed. The report highlights the positive relationships between staff and students, the strong culture of safeguarding, and the high expectations that underpin behaviour and learning across the academy.

Sutton Community Academy is proud of its nurturing and aspirational environment, where students benefit from a broad curriculum, effective pastoral support and a wide range of personal development opportunities. Ofsted acknowledged the academy’s continued improvement journey, noting the dedication of staff and leaders in creating a school where pupils feel safe, respected and motivated to achieve their potential. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking academy that is transforming lives and making a meaningful difference to its local community.

About Academy Transformation Trust:

Our ATT2030 Vision means we meet our young people where they are at and refuse to leave them there. Our pupils will leave us capable, competent and confident and take their place in the community of educated people. Our staff will be cared for, developed and they do will be capable, competent and confident. We would love to hear from those who want to join us in that mission.

In Return:

If you have what it takes, you can join an experienced, innovative Academy with incredible potential and you can look forward to:

• An amazing people development offer through our ATT Institute providing you with continuous self-development.


• A comprehensive package of benefits via our Viv-Up staff benefits platform. You will enjoy a generous pension scheme, shopping discounts, cycle-to-work and gym schemes, cinema tickets and an employee assistance program.


• The chance to progress your career

We are an open school and proud of what we do – visits are welcome.

Sutton Community Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check,and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2026.We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.

Closing date:Monday 02 November 2026 9:00am

Interview date: To be confirmed

This vacancy may close earlier than the closing date if suitable applications are received, therefore, it is advised to apply early.