Cover Supervisor

The Adeyfield Academy; The Image; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join their team. The successful candidate will work full-time, providing support for students and teachers. Key responsibilities include supervising classes, fostering student engagement, and working collaboratively within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to student welfare and be able to contribute positively to the school community. The position offers a competitive salary and a vibrant workplace culture.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Generous pension benefits

Onsite catering facilities

Excellent facilities

Professional development support

Desirable location with great transport links

Qualifications

• Patient, reliable, and sensitive to the needs of students.
• Commitment to supporting learning across the curriculum.
• Ability to work as part of a close-knit team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absences.
• Support student learning and engagement.
• Work collaboratively with staff to aid student development.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Sensitivity to students' needs

Enthusiasm for supporting learning

Teamwork

Good sense of humour

Job description

Cover Supervisor at The Adeyfield Academy

Job Details

• Job Reference # EDV/2025/AA/98807
• Location: Longlands, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4DE
• Contract Type: Fixed Term
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: £23,416.00 - £25,380.00 Annually (Actual)
• Term Time Only Plus 1 Week. Fixed term for 2 terms in the first instance
• Closing Date: 9:00am, 19th Jan 2026
• Start Date: ASAP
• Positions Available: 1

About this Role

Cover Supervisor

Full Time

Term Time Only Plus One Week

Salary: H5 £23,416 - £25,380

Required: ASAP for 2 terms in the first instance

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cover Supervisor to join The Adeyfield Academy. The successful candidate will be patient, reliable and sensitive to the needs of our students. They will show an enthusiasm and commitment to supporting learning across the curriculum. A good sense of humour and an ability to work as part of a close-knit team is essential.

The Adeyfield Academy is part of the Ambition Education Trust. It has been an integral part of the local community for many years and we are proud to have a very friendly and diverse body of staff who have developed a vision to make a real difference. We strive to build a future for learning in our wonderful school community where all students can be the very best version of themselves.

The Academy offers:

• A friendly working environment with supportive and caring colleagues
• Generous pension benefits
• Onsite catering facilities
• Excellent facilities with significant investment made over the last few years
• All staff encouraged and supported in their professional development
• Desirable location to live or work with great transport links and perfectly located for job seekers from Herts, Beds, Bucks and North and West London

The Adeyfield Academy is set in the heart of the community of Hemel Hempstead and is a mixed, all ability 11‑18 sponsored Academy and part of the Ambition Education Trust. We welcome visits from potential applicants. Please contact the school HR Manager on 01442 406020.

Closing Date for application & shortlisting: 9am 19th January 2026

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.

The Adeyfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to a post at The Adeyfield Academy is subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, as well as other pre‑appointment checks including an online check, as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education. The Adeyfield Academy is part of the Ambition Education Trust based in Hertfordshire. Our aim is to build on our proven track records of maintaining exceptional standards and driving continuous school improvement. We are building a collaborative partnership of schools which will provide an exceptional educational experience, both within and outside the classroom, by promoting excellence and stretching challenge.

We are committed to the aim of ensuring that everyone who applies to work for us receives fair treatment and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, race, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership and caring status. We expect all our staff to demonstrate a commitment to advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations.