Cover Supervisor and Sports Coach

As a Cover Supervisor, you'll be a familiar and trusted adult who keeps learning on track when teachers are absent. You'll guide students through lessons, support them with their work, and help create a calm and focused space where everyone can learn.

Responsibilities

• Guide students through pre-prepared lesson materials, answering questions and offering support
• Create a positive and orderly learning environment where students can focus and achieve
• Support students with SEND to understand tasks and meet their individual goals
• Use a variety of approaches to encourage good behaviour, in line with our behaviour policy
• Provide feedback to teachers on how students got on during the lesson
• Complete attendance registers and help with supervision during break times when needed

You don't need to be a qualified teacher, but you should have GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or equivalent) and some background working with children or young people. We value patience, empathy and the ability to build positive relationships with all students. If you can manage challenging situations with professionalism and care, we'd love to hear from you.

Target Candidates

Calling all sports coaches and Physical Educators. If you have a background in sports coaching or team leadership, this role is a natural fit for your skill set. Managing a classroom requires many of the same core strengths as running a pitch or a court: clear communication, high energy, structured leadership, and the ability to command respect while keeping young people engaged. As a Cover Supervisor, your experience in motivating students, driving discipline, and fostering resilience will directly translate into classroom success.

Your new school

Marling School is a high-achieving 11-18 selective boys' grammar school with a thriving co-educational sixth form and a proud history dating back to 1887. Our motto, Abeunt Studia in Mores - 'Let us go forward through study to character' reflects our belief that education is about more than results. It's about developing thoughtful, resilient young people ready to make a positive impact in the world.

We are on an exciting journey, having recently joined Lift Schools, one of the largest Multi Academy Trusts in the country. This allows Marling School to stay true to our local roots, while also drawing on the phenomenal wealth of expertise and resources that comes with being part of a national network of schools.

Workplace Culture and Benefits

• A supportive and welcoming workplace where your contribution truly matters
• Chances to develop your skills through training and professional development
• A team that values your ideas and encourages you to grow
• The opportunity to help shape young people's futures every day
• A workplace committed to equality, diversity and inclusion

About Lift Schools

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.