Cover Supervisor

Millthorpe School; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Millthorpe School in York is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join our team. You will cover classes during teacher absences, delivering pre-prepared lessons and ensuring a positive learning environment for students.

The role is part-time, 35 hours per week, during term time, with a permanent contract. The successful candidate will communicate calmly, support pupils, and contribute to a safe, respectful school community.

Responsibilities

• Cover classes during teacher absences with pre-prepared lessons.
• Manage learner progress and behaviour to maintain productive learning.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment with varying daily tasks.

Job description

Cover Supervisor at Millthorpe School

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Job Reference: EDV/2026/MS/91751

Location: Nunthorpe Avenue, York, North Yorkshire, YO23 1WF

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Part-Time

Salary: £21,740.40 - £22,705.17 Annually (Actual)

Hours Per Week: 35

Weeks Per Year: Term time only

Closing Date: Midnight, Sun 27th Sep, 2026

Start Date: As soon as possible

Positions Available: 1

Interview Date(s): W/c 28 September 2026

About this Role

Are you ready to make a real difference to the lives of young people? Millthorpe School is looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team as a Cover Supervisor.

Responsible for covering classes during teacher absences, you will deliver pre-prepared lessons, managing the learning and behaviour of our students. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. If you are a calm, professional communicator, who has a real commitment to supporting children and young people, then we want to hear from you!

In return, we can offer a supportive working environment, with colleagues who care deeply, are experts in their fields and who are passionate about what they do. We also offer a range of staff benefits, and further details regarding our benefits and information about our Trust can be found here.

The trust will be undertaking a job evaluation exercise in the near future and, therefore, the grade for this position may change.

Further details about our school are available on our website: https://millthorpeschool.co.uk/

Safeguarding Statement

Excel Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.