Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

School: The Saint John Henry Newman School
Publish Date: February 2026
Hours: 32.30 hours per week, term time only plus 1 INSET Day
Salary: HCC H5.09 – £27,254 FTE (subject to pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Cover Manager (Mr Terry Greenwood)
Department: Cover Department (Classroom Support Staff)

Join Our Community

The Saint John Henry Newman School is seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated Cover Department. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and adaptable individual who enjoys working with young people and wants to play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning within a thriving Catholic secondary school.

The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining our strong learning culture while upholding and supporting the Catholic ethos and Mission Statement of the school.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers, ensuring that students remain engaged in pre-set work and maintain high standards of behaviour and conduct.

This role is central to the smooth day-to-day running of the school and requires professionalism, resilience, and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Supervision

• Supervise students during short-term teacher absence using pre-set work
• Register student attendance accurately
• Ensure students remain on task and complete work set
• Provide feedback to the absent teacher
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement

Student Support

• Support pupils to access the curriculum effectively
• Encourage interaction and positive participation
• Help maintain high standards of discipline and respect

Wider School Contribution

• Undertake break and lunchtime duties as directed
• Provide administrative support when not covering lessons
• Accompany staff and pupils on educational visits where required
• Provide first aid cover in the absence of the school nurse (training provided)
• Attend meetings, INSET, training and CPD as required
• Participate fully in the life of the school community, including Secondary Transfer Evening

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking someone who:

• Has experience working with young people (school experience desirable)
• Demonstrates strong classroom management skills
• Is confident, calm and professional under pressure
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Supports and upholds the Catholic ethos of the school
• Is a positive role model in dress, punctuality and conduct

Safeguarding & Equalities

The Saint John Henry Newman School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory pre-employment checks.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.