Cover Supervisor & Administrator

THE BRIT SCHOOL; Croydon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An arts education institution in Croydon is seeking a Cover Supervisor and Administrator to join their Admissions and Student Services team. This role involves supervising classes during teacher absence to ensure continuity of learning, along with providing administrative support at the reception. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organisational skills, with a strong commitment to safeguarding. Join us to make a difference in the lives of young people in a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Confidence in managing student behaviour positively.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.
• Ability to support the smooth running of daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absence to ensure continuity of learning.
• Provide high-quality administrative support at the main reception.
• Contribute to a safe and effective learning atmosphere.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Positive behaviour management

Job description

Are you passionate about the Arts? Do you wish to inspire young people?

Would you like to work somewhere unique, where you make a difference?

Are you confident and comfortable working with young people in a supervisory role in the classroom?

We are seeking a committed, organised, and adaptable Cover Supervisor and Administrator to join our Admissions and Student Services team on a fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will play a vital dual role, supervising classes during teacher absence to ensure continuity of learning, while also providing high‑quality administrative support at the main reception and across the department.

This position requires excellent communication and organisational skills, confidence in managing student behaviour positively, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing. The post holder will work closely with teaching and support staff in a busy school environment, supporting the smooth running of daily operations and contributing to a safe, supportive, and effective learning atmosphere for all students.

The BRIT School is a unique institution offering specialist education in the arts and related technologies, alongside the full range of National Curriculum subjects. It is sponsored by the British Record Industry Trust and has a unique relationship with the performing arts industries.

The BRIT School runs a 5 Term academic year with some school holidays falling at different times to the usual Local Authority school breaks.

Please see our website for further details of our term dates.