Cover Supervisor (Fixed Term until 1st March 2026)

North East Ambition; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational trust is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to support student learning and behavior management. This role involves working closely with teaching staff and supervising classes during teacher absences. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and experienced in educational settings, contributing to the positive transformation of the academy. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students. Join a forward-thinking organization that values professional development and supports career growth within a family of schools.

Benefits

Free flu vaccinations

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in managing classroom behavior and supporting students.
• Ability to work under supervision and implement work programs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absence and manage student behavior.
• Implement work programs with individuals/groups as directed.

Skills

Classroom Management

Student Behavior Management

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

Post: Cover Supervisor (Fixed Term until 1st March 2026)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Range: Grade 5, SCP16 – SCP18 (£29,572.00 - £30,559.00 FTE) Pro rata salary £22,949.27 - £23,715.23

Salary amounts quoted are from the 1 September to 31 August and therefore if you commence employment part way through the academic year they are subject to an equated salary adjustment.

Working Type: Part time (32.5 hours, 39 working weeks, 45.942 paid weeks)

Base: Hetton Academy, North Road, Hetton-le-Hole, Houghton-le-Spring DH5 9JZ

Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Northern Education Trust (NET) is a charitable education Trust with a good track record for school improvement. The Trust sponsors 30 academies; 17 secondary and 13 primaries across the North of England in fourteen Local Authority regions.

Hetton Academy is at an exciting stage in its journey since becoming part of the Trust. We recently celebrated our best ever set of exam results and have undergone rapid transformation in all areas. We are looking for highly motivated, energetic and experienced practitioners who can add significant value to our academy. The successful candidate will:

Work under the guidance of teaching staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement work programs with individuals/groups in or out of the classroom, managing student behaviour and supervising whole classes during the short term absence of teachers.

Northern Education Trust offers:

1. The opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools, should you wish in the future;
2. The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole school leadership project;
3. The support and expertise of Director of Subjects.
4. A full and detailed programme of support and development for all;
5. A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College.

Employee benefits:

• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.

The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and wellbeing of our pupils.

In order to apply for this position, please visit:

Apply Here

For more information, please contact Bev Parker, Principal's PA & Office Manager, [e-mail]

Closing date: Midday, Monday 19th May 2025