Cover Supervisor

Abbey Park School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving educational institution in Swindon seeks a Cover Supervisor to ensure effective classroom supervision during teacher absences. Ideal candidates should be versatile, organized, and capable of supporting staff and students. Training will be provided, making this opportunity suitable for those new to educational roles. Enjoy working in a dynamic environment that fosters professional growth and offers excellent facilities and external attractions.

Benefits

Doctor Care Anywhere

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Salary sacrifice Technology scheme

Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Gym Discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to supervise whole classes during teacher absence.
• Capacity to implement work programmes with individuals or groups.
• Experience is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes to maintain order.
• Work under guidance of teaching staff.
• Support staff and students effectively.

Skills

Versatile and motivated

Good communication

Organized

Job description

Cover Supervisor

We are looking for a positive and motivated Cover Supervisor who can

• Work under guidance of teaching / senior staff within an agreed system of supervision
• Implement agreed work programmes with individuals, classes or groups
• Supervise whole classes during short term teacher absence
• Maintain good order and keep pupils on task

Salary: £29,633 gross per annum pro rata (£23,997 per annum actual gross pay)

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:00pm. This is a term time only role.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing date: 20th November 2025 at 3:00pm. We reserve the right to close this for applications at any point.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed by appointment, where you can tour the school, talk to pupils and staff about life at Abbey Park School.

About you

We are keen to hear from interested candidates who:

• Are versatile, motivated and keen to provide the best possible support for staff and pupils
• Have a desire to make the most of the opportunity to play a vital role in our school
• Are a good listener and communicator
• Are organised and have a positive attitude to young people
• Previous experience preferred but not essential as training will be given to the successful candidate.

Abbey Park School

Abbey Park School is a successful and popular school providing education for 1200 students in the north of Swindon. Having been judged as ‘Good’ in all categories in January 2023 the school continues to build on a culture of high expectation and success for all pupils.

At the centre of everything we do is ‘Abbey Park Proud’, to ensure that students learn, achieve and turn their ‘Potential into Performance.’ Successful candidates will be forward thinking and capable of inspiring pupils through their passion for learning.

We encourage all staff to be committed to their professional development, supported through our programme of professional learning that supports everyone to develop their practice and leadership skills.

Our facilities are excellent and we learn in a clean, modern and stimulating environment. Our sports facilities are second to none in the area, we have extensive ICT provision and our buildings and grounds are maintained to a high level. This safe and stimulating environment enables young people to enjoy their school experience and make the most of their unique talents.

Located near the natural beauty of the Wiltshire Downs and the Cotswolds, we are also within easy reach of the university towns of Bath, Bristol and Oxford and just under an hour by train from London. Our ideal location means that our students benefit from a wide range of curriculum‑enhancing opportunities.

The Park Academies Trust

The Park Academies Trust was formed in 2016 with the vision to make a significant contribution to improving education in Swindon and surrounds. A family of eight schools; Abbey Park School, Lydiard Park Academy, Orchid Vale Primary School, Red Oaks Primary School, The Deanery CE Academy, Kingfisher CE Academy and Bridlewood Primary School; the Trust offers a high quality all through educational provision from nursery right up to our Sixth Form based at Lydiard Park Academy, enabling staff and pupils alike to benefit from being part of a thriving multi‑phase educational Trust.

We offer

• Doctor Care Anywhere
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Let’s Connect – Salary sacrifice Technology
• Love Electric – Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• My Gym Discounts

Safeguarding Statement

The Park Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All job offers are subject to satisfactory reference and enhanced DBS checks. In line with statutory guidance in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', we will carry out an online search as part of our due‑diligence on short‑listed candidates.