At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise classes and support teachers with various tasks, including planning and administration.
- Company: Join a supportive school environment dedicated to student welfare and development.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, generous holiday allowance, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Commitment to safeguarding children and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for supporting young learners.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are seeking to appoint a Cover Supervisor to provide short-term cover for absent teachers, supervising classes, assisting with a variety of faculty-based tasks, including curriculum support, planning, administration, exam invigilation and assisting with school trips. There may also be a requirement to work with individuals or groups of students at other times to support learning or pastoral activities, or to provide other relevant support to teaching staff.
Why work for us?
- Internal career opportunities
- Personalised professional development and training
- Employee assistance programme
- Flexible working opportunities and a genuine commitment to family and work/life balance
- Automatic enrolment to the local government pension scheme
- Generous holiday allowance for support staff
- Recognition of local government service
- Cycle to Work Scheme
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 22nd September 2026 at 9.00am. Interviews will be held during the week commencing 28th September.
The Athelstan Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check along with standard pre-employment safeguarding checks. As the role includes working with children, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must, therefore, disclose all spent and unspent convictions. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates before interview. Please also be aware that you will be subject to an online check and that you may be questioned about the findings of such a check at your interview.
We are a flexible working employer and we are willing to make any reasonable adjustments you require during your interview so please ask us.
Cover Supervisor employer: Chipping Sodbury School
At The Athelstan Trust, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for our Teaching Assistants. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working opportunities, and a focus on work/life balance, we empower our staff to thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students with diverse needs. Join us in fostering a nurturing atmosphere where your contributions are valued and recognised.
