Cover Supervisor

Outwood Grange Acadamies Trust; Worksop; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Valley in Worksop is seeking a proactive Cover Supervisor to supervise classes during teacher absences and to implement learning tasks set by the teaching staff. The role is 22 hours per week, term time plus five days, with an actual salary of £14,366 to £15,033.

The successful candidate will organize the daily cover rota, liaise with teaching supply agencies to arrange cover staff, and support the classroom when not on cover.

Qualifications

• Candidates with integrity, imagination and energy for this rewarding role are welcome.
• Experience in classroom management is helpful but not required.
• Interest in pursuing a teaching career is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absences and implement work set by the teacher.
• Organise the daily cover rota and contact teaching supply agencies to arrange supply staff.
• Support in the classroom when cover is not required and promote a positive learning environment.

Job description

Role:Cover Supervisor

Academy:Outwood Academy Valley

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary (Actual Salary): £14,366 to £15,033

Working Pattern: 22 Hours Per Week, Term Time only + 5 days (39 weeks)

Are you a proactive and engaging individual with excellent classroom management skills, ready to step in and ensure continuity of learning during teacher absences? Do you excel at motivating students and maintaining a constructive working environment across various subjects? The overall purpose of this post is to supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers and implement work programmes under the guidance of teaching staff.

Outwood Academy Valley is seeking an energetic and confident individual to work with our staff and pupils. As a Cover Supervisor you will be responsible for supervising students during short term teacher absences and assist in preparing the learning environment and the materials required. You will cover lessons of any subject using the cover work set by the teacher, set high expectations to motivate and challenge students whilst managing behaviour effectively and promoting a positive learning environment.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for organising the daily cover rota for absent staff and contacting teaching supply agencies to arrange supply staff. In periods where cover is not required you will support in the classroom as directed.

The post would ideally suit an individual considering a teaching career, but applications are welcome from any candidate with integrity, imagination and energy for this rewarding role.

Welcome from the Principal:

I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Valley, a school where excellence, innovation, and opportunity create an outstanding learning environment for both students and staff. We are situated at the heart of the community in Worksop, the "Gateway to the Dukeries."

We are deeply committed to putting students first, raising standards, and transforming lives. We believe learning should be enjoyable and enriching, allowing students to make exceptional progress through our knowledge-rich, personalised curriculum. Our Performing Arts Department is a particular area of excellence.

If you are passionate about education, we warmly invite you to join our dedicated team. We value and invest in our staff, offering high-quality professional development and a collaborative environment. We operate as a supportive school family, celebrating successes and working together with a shared sense of purpose.

If you would like to visit the school or would like more information on the role, please contact Sarah Williams, Business Manager at [e-mail]

Closing date: Midday, Thursday 05th November 2026