Cover Supervisor - Maternity Cover

E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy; North Waterhouse Farm; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work

Pension scheme (LGPS or TPS)

31 days annual leave

Life cover

Job summary

E-ACT Royton & Crompton Academy is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to provide high-quality supervision during teacher absence, ensuring continuity of learning and a safe, positive classroom climate.

The successful candidate will foster strong relationships with students, promote high expectations and support learning across subjects while upholding excellent behaviour standards and safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) and a Level 3 Cover Supervision, HLTA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supervising children in a school environment and supporting a range of learning needs.
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability to promote positive behaviour and engagement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Confidence using ICT and a good understanding of how children learn and develop

Responsibilities

• Supervise lessons during teacher absence, ensuring students remain engaged with set work.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, creating a positive and productive learning environment.
• Support students’ learning, encouraging participation, independence and inclusion.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff on learning and behaviour.
• Assist with student supervision and contribute to the wider life of the academy

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

ICT skills

Student supervision

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Level 3 Cover Supervision / HLTA

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor - Maternity Cover

E-ACT Royton & Crompton Academy | Honesty, Excellence, Aspiration

At E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy, we incorporate our core values of Honesty, Excellence, and Aspiration into everything we do. We believe that "Together we will achieve Excellence," with every child unlocking their full potential.

We take pride in fostering a fully inclusive and caring ethos, setting high standards and expectations for all. Safeguarding is at the heart of our academy, and our aim is to ensure that all our students are happy, supported, and challenged in a safe, high-quality learning environment.

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated professional who shares our values and is passionate about fostering ambition and aspiration in students this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Together, let's shape a future where excellence is not just achieved but becomes a way of life.

Find more information here: https://roytoncrompton.e-act.org.uk

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

Are you passionate about education and inspiring young people to achieve their best? We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to provide high-quality classroom supervision during teacher absence, ensuring continuity of learning and maintaining a positive learning environment.

The successful candidate will build strong relationships with students, promote high expectations, support learning across a range of subjects, and uphold excellent standards of behaviour.

Joining E-ACT means becoming part of a values-driven organisation where we Think Big, Do the Right Thing and Show Team Spirit every day. If you are motivated, adaptable and eager to make a difference, we would love to hear from you

Key responsibilities:

• Supervise lessons during teacher absence, ensuring students remain engaged with set work.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, creating a positive and productive learning environment.
• Support students’ learning, encouraging participation, independence and inclusion.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff on learning and behaviour.
• Assist with student supervision and contribute to the wider life of the academy

Pay range:

SCP 12-17 - £25,982.89 - £28,185.21 - FTE: £29,542.00 - £32,046.00 - 37 Hours, 39 Weeks - Maternity Cover

Qualifications and Skills:

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) and a Level 3 Cover Supervision, HLTA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of supervising children in a school environment and supporting a range of learning needs.
• Strong classroom management skills with the ability to promote positive behaviour and engagement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Confidence using ICT and a good understanding of how children learn and develop

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.

E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-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. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

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

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding 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 committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.