Cover Supervisor

Actual Annual Salary: £27,362 - £29,850 Based on 37 hours per week, Term Time only + Inset days

Full Time Equivalent Salary: £31,954 - £34,860 (CLF Grade D) Based on 37 hours per week, all year round

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, Term Time Only Plus INSETS

Provisional Start Date: 3 September 2026 - upon completion of pre-employment checks

Step into the classroom and make a real difference as a Cover Supervisor at Broadoak Academy, inspiring students and supporting their learning every day. We are seeking a confident, adaptable and committed Cover Supervisor to join our supportive and talented team at Broadoak Academy. As part of a diverse and ambitious multi-academy trust, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality education and improving outcomes and life chances for every student.

As a cover supervisor you will be confident, flexible and able to work under pressure, teaching a range of different lessons over the course of a day and week, sometimes with little notice as the demand of the day dictates. This is a highly rewarding role, being a consistent lesson cover within the Academy, playing your part in our students' learning and development. Beyond classroom cover, you will contribute more broadly to student success. When not covering lessons, you will support teaching and learning across the academy, working with individuals and groups of students, including those with additional needs. You may also contribute to interventions, exam invigilation and other student-facing responsibilities. You will work collaboratively with teaching staff, providing clear and constructive feedback following lessons to support continuity and progression in learning. You will build strong, professional relationships with both students and colleagues, supporting a culture of high expectations, inclusion and respect. The role requires the ability to respond to challenges with confidence and professionalism, adapt to changing priorities and contribute positively to the wider life of the academy.

About you:

• Have experience of working with children and young people and a genuine passion for supporting their development
• Be confident in managing classroom behaviour and creating a calm, focused learning environment
• Be able to quickly assimilate information and deliver pre-prepared lesson content effectively
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain tasks clearly and provide accurate feedback
• Have good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure
• Build positive and professional relationships with students, teachers and wider staff
• Hold a minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths at grade C/4 or above, with strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Have an understanding of learning processes, barriers to learning and behaviour management strategies
• Be able to remain calm under pressure, using sound judgement to respond to challenging situations
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and a professional approach to working with sensitive information
• Ideally hold a relevant Level 3 qualification and have a basic knowledge and understanding of the curriculum
• Be committed to safeguarding, inclusion and improving outcomes for all students
• Show a proactive approach to professional development and continuous improvement

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Broadoak Academy

Broadoak Academy is an ever-growing secondary school located in Weston-Super-Mare and is quickly becoming the school of choice for parents in the Town. We are very proud to be an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ school. We have a strong sense of belonging and community, and as such, we work together to offer students a well-balanced, happy and successful education. Our community is assured of Broadoak’s pivotal role in their children’s education, well-being and futures.

Why work at CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others. We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What we can offer you:

• Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave.
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.
• Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!

Recruitment timeline:

• Closing Date: 1 July 2026
• Shortlisting Date: 2 July 2026
• Interviews: 8 July 2026

We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment. As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form. Please note we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.