Cover Supervisor at Willenhall E-ACT Academy

E-ACT; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme (LGPS/TPS)

Life cover

31 days annual leave

Cycle to Work

Job summary

E-ACT Willenhall Academy in Willenhall, England, is seeking a confident Cover Supervisor to support learning and wellbeing.

You will supervise classes in the absence of teachers, manage behaviour, build positive relationships and contribute to a supportive, inclusive learning environment.

This permanent, full-time post offers 37 hours per week over 39 weeks per year and a salary in the SCP 17–20 range.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Level 3 Cover Supervision, HLTA or equivalent.
• GCSE Maths and English minimum grade 4 or equivalent.
• Relevant experience supervising children in a school setting.
• Experience of working with children who have a wide variety of educational needs.
• Ability to work with an individual child or with a group.

Responsibilities

• Supervising pupils undertaking work that has been set in accordance with the Academy's policy, under the guidance of teaching/senior staff.
• Establishing productive working relationships with students, promoting positive values/attitudes and setting high expectations
• Monitoring and evaluation of students' responses to learning activities through observation and recording of achievement and providing feedback/reports as required
• Encourage students to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all students in activities
• Effective use of ICT to support learning activities and develop students' competence and independent use.

Skills

Level 3 Cover

HLTA

Equivalent

School supervision

Individual/group work

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

About this Role

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

E-ACT Willenhall Academy | Developing Tomorrow's Leaders Today

At E-ACTWillenhall Academy, we are dedicated in developing the leaders of tomorrow. AtE-ACT Willenhall Academy, we believe in the power of education to transformlives and foster leadership qualities in every student. Our commitment is tocreate an inspiring and supportive environment that empowers young minds toreach their full potential, both academically and personally.

Elevateyour career with E-ACT Willenhall Academy and be part of a community committedto developing tomorrow's leaders today.

Be apart of something special: https://willenhallacademy.e-act.org.uk

Want tomake a difference to young people?

Are youready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community thatvalues diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

We are looking for a Cover Supervisor who is confident, adaptable and committed to supporting students' learning and wellbeing. The successful candidate will supervise classes in the absence of teachers, maintain a positive learning environment, manage behaviour effectively, and build positive relationships with students, staff and the wider academy community.

Keyresponsibilities:

• Supervising pupils undertaking work that has been set in accordance with the Academy's policy, under the guidance of teaching/senior staff.
• Establishing productive working relationships with students, promoting positive values/attitudes and setting high expectations
• Monitoring and evaluation of students' responses to learning activities through observation and recording of achievement and providing feedback/reports as required
• Encourage students to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all students in activities
• Effective use of ICT to support learning activities and develop students' competence and independent use.

Pay range:

SCP 17 - 20 £28,185.21 - £29,616.20 (FTE: £32,046.00 - £33,673.00)

37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Permanent

Qualificationsand Skills:

• Qualificationin Level 3 Cover Supervision, HLTA or equivalent
• GCSEMaths and English minimum grade 4 or equivalent
• Relevantexperience supervising children in a school setting
• Experienceof working with children who have a wide variety of educational needs
• Abilityto work with an individual child or with a group

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe everychild deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaksdown barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership,collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-firstculture, and ensure every voice is heard.

Weare proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providingsector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was namedLarge Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievementsare further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MATExcellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES TrustLeadership Award 2024.

E-ACTis recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of ourBirmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISERegional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion andbehaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISEReception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of ourpeople-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible.We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. Wedon't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to bea part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial packageincluding access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life coverat three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-roundemployees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promotinghealthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth andDevelopment

We invest heavily in staffdevelopment through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities.Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point payscale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfillingfull responsibilities.

Culture andWellbeing

Our people-first culture valuesevery colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a freeEmployee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice.Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collectivesuccess.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page andRecruitment Pack for more information.

E-ACT is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults,and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service(DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committedto promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing communitycohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.