Join Meridian High School as a dedicated and adaptable Cover Supervisor, playing a vital role in supporting high-quality learning across the school.
In this dynamic position, you will deliver and support engaging lessons in the absence of the subject teacher, ensuring continuity of education while maintaining high expectations of behaviour and achievement. Working closely with teaching staff and the wider inclusion team, you will motivate and support students of all abilities, provide meaningful feedback on their progress, and contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment aligned with the school’s values and development priorities.
What we're looking for:
- Teaching assistant experience
- Good literacy and numeracy skills evidenced by grade ‘C’ at GCSE (or equivalent) in English & Maths
- Achieved or working towards HLTA qualification
- Able to confidently and competently apply knowledge and skills acquired from training into a practical classroom context
- Ability to relate to, and communicate with, children in and out of the classroom
Please read the full job description and personspecification for more information.
About Meridian High School
Meridian High School is a GOOD School in allcategories (OFSTED January 2023). We believe education is about developing thewhole person, within the school values of ‘resilience, ambition and respect'.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils
- Foundedupon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
- 43primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across thesouth of England
- Wework as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own uniqueidentity
- Committedto ensuring all children and young people receive the best possibleeducation
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
- Accessto our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexibleworking options
- Generousholiday allowance
- Worklife and family friendly policies
- Employeewellbeing initiatives
- Careerpathways and talent management
- Accessto a staff benefits portal
- Communityand collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.
The Details
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Salary: GLF Associate 3 - £25,001
Actual Salary: £22,404.38
Hours: 37.5hrs per week, Mon-Fri (term time only)
Closing Date: 23rd July 2026
Cover Supervisor employer: Meridian High School
Meridian High School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. Located in vibrant London, the school provides numerous opportunities for career development and encourages innovative teaching practices, making it an ideal place for educators passionate about fostering student success in a diverse environment.
