Cover Supervisor
The East Manchester Academy
Manchester Permanent £25,825 Expires 22/11/2026
Contract Type: Permanent We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team. This is a varied and rewarding role where you will supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring students remain engaged in their learning and complete work set by teaching staff. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of behaviour, supporting students in the classroom, and providing valuable feedback to colleagues on students' progress and attitudes to learning. Alongside classroom supervision, you will contribute to the wider life of the school through activities such as exam invigilation, supporting focused interventions, accompanying educational visits, and assisting within a designated curriculum area when cover is not required. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone considering a future career in education or looking to make a positive impact on young people's learning and development You will have a good educational background, strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills, and experience of working with school-aged children, either in a paid or voluntary capacity. Confident, organised and adaptable, you will be able to communicate effectively with students and colleagues, manage your workload independently, and respond positively to the challenges of a busy school environment. Most importantly, you will be passionate about supporting young people to succeed. You will understand the importance of positive behaviour management, demonstrate professionalism at all times, and be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. A flexible approach, willingness to undertake training and professional development, and a positive, solution-focused attitude will help you thrive in this rewarding role.
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Number of positions: 1
Start Date: 4th January 2027
Salary: £25,825 - £28,488 per annum
This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.
We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation
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Location
, , Manchester, , United Kingdom
Job ID
9328