Cover Supervisor (AF94)

Eteach International; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking (Limited spaces)

Annual incremental pay increases

Defined benefit pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme - EAP

Eyecare voucher scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Ash Field Academy in Leicester is recruiting a Cover Supervisor on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. The role is 40 hours per week, term-time only plus INSET days, with start as soon as possible.

You will supervise lessons when a teacher is absent, support the activity bank, help organise cover for colleagues, and perform admin duties. NVQ 3 STL and Level 2 Maths/English are required.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 in STL or equivalent; Level 2 maths and English.
• Experience with safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
• Experience working with students in a formal setting.
• Ability to effectively manage pupil behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a class in the absence of a teacher and ensure pupils are engaged in learning activities.
• Explain and clarify tasks, answer pupil questions, and ensure understanding of work.
• Assist with the organisation of cover for absent colleagues (teachers or support staff) for planned and unplanned absences.
• Undertake administrative duties relevant to the role.

Skills

Pupil supervision

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Administrative duties

Education

NVQ 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Maths Level 2

English Level 2

Job description

EmployerAsh Field AcademyLocationLeicester, LeicestershireContract TypeFied term contractHoursTerm TimeContract Length12 months Fied Term ContractSalaryApproimate actual starting salary: £29,662.78Posted22nd September 2026Start DateAs Soon As PossibleEpires12th October 2026 11:59 PMContract TypeFied term contractStart DateAs Soon As PossibleJob ID1575490Job ReferenceAF94Start DateAs Soon As PossibleContract Type :Fied term contractContract Length: 12 months Fied Term ContractJob ID: 1575490Cover Supervisor (Fied-term) position available at Ash Field AcademySalary: Grade 9 Pay Points 19 - 22 (FTE Salary: £32,070 - £34,359 per annum)Approimate actual starting salary: £29,662.78 per annumHours: 40 hours per week ; 39 weeks per year (Term time only plus INSET days)Contract Type: 12 months Fied Term Contract from start dateWork Pattern: Monday - Thursday: 08:00 am- 17:00pm; Friday: 08:00am - 15:45pm (inclusive of 45 minutes unpaid lunch break)Appointment will be subject to Discovery Academy Trust pay and conditionsWhy choose Ash Field Academy?Ash Field provides an outstanding education for our pupils and our values (Trust, Respect, Aspiration, Collaboration and Kindness) underpin everyday life. Our school motto is ‘Reach for Success’ and this is apparent with everything that we do. I am honoured to lead such a fantastic school where we are determined to support both children and staff as well as our school community in fulfilling their individual goals.Our Achievements to dateRated Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ July 2024“Ash Field Academy is an inspirational school. All pupils at the school have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They face considerable barriers to their learning and development” - OFSTEDMain Duties and Responsibilities:In the absence of a teacher, to supervise a class of students, ensuring they are engaged in learning activity that has been set by a teacher. This may include eplaining the work to be completed and answering questions from pupils to ensure that they understand what is required of them.To support the maintenance of an activity bank, and draw upon this in the event that pupils complete the pre-set work more quickly than epected, in order to ensure that pupils are engaged in constructive activity throughout the period of cover.To assist with the organisation of cover for absent colleagues (teachers or support staff), for both planned and unplanned absences.To undertake administrative duties relevant to the role.We are looking for someone who has:NVQ 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent or able to demonstrate the ability to meet the STL Level 3 National Occupational Standards relevant to this post.Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy or able to demonstrate competency in literacy and numeracy equivalent to level 2.Eperience of working with students in a formal setting.Knowledge of child protection and health and safety procedures.Ability to effectively manage pupil behaviour in accordance with school policy and procedure.Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached to support with your application.What we offer:Fleible working optionsSupport for continuous professional development in the roleOpportunities to visit other organisations for professional learningHighly committed and motivated TeamA role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having funFree car parking (Limited spaces)Annual incremental pay increases with the pay scale rangeA defined benefit pension schemeEmployee Assistance Programme - EAPEmployee self-service portal.Eyecare voucher scheme.Cycle to work schemeRetail discountsDental supportGym discountBe an integral member of the team in a vibrant schoolCreate an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our childrenPlay a significant part in continuing to develop our schoolBe part of a wider community of Discovery Schools TrustEcellent opportunities for personal and career developmentA established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleaguesMore about Discovery Schools TrustDiscovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes ecellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning ecellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.Please note: Interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and epect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.