Lead School Cover Operations Manager

John Milton Academy Trust; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

John Milton Academy Trust is seeking an effective Cover Manager at Copleston High School in Ipswich. This role involves overseeing staff absence and ensuring effective classroom cover arrangements, crucial for maintaining a high standard of education.

The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience in managing people, and effective IT system use. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and can respond to changing priorities, we encourage you to apply.

Join a school dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with a commitment to equality and diversity.

Qualifications

• Experience of managing people in an educational setting.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and maintain accurate records.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of staff absence and classroom cover.
• Coordinate and deploy cover staff effectively.
• Manage staff absence records and cover budget.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

People management

IT systems proficiency

Tools

School management systems (e.g., Arbor)

Job description

John Milton Academy Trust is seeking an effective Cover Manager at Copleston High School in Ipswich. This role involves overseeing staff absence and ensuring effective classroom cover arrangements, crucial for maintaining a high standard of education.

The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience in managing people, and effective IT system use. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and can respond to changing priorities, we encourage you to apply.

Join a school dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with a commitment to equality and diversity.