At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students and support their learning as a Cover Supervisor.
- Company: Join the diverse and inclusive Monkton Wood Academy team.
- Benefits: Generous salary, pension scheme, health benefits, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a commitment to employee wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, strong communication, and organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 28265 - 30836 £ per year.
Actual Annual Salary: £28,265 - £30,836 Based on hours and weeks worked. Full Time Equivalent Salary: £33,009 - £36,011 (CLF Grade D) Based on 37 hours per week, all year round.
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (maternity cover) until October 2027, or the return of the current postholder.
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Term Time Only plus Inset Days.
Provisional Start Date: 12 October 2026, pending completion of pre-employment checks.
Step into the classroom and make a real difference as a Cover Supervisor, inspiring students and supporting their learning every day. We are looking for a Cover Supervisor to join our supportive and talented team at Monkton Wood Academy. We are a diverse multi-academy trust, looking for professional and ambitious people, with a passion for transforming our students’ learning.
To be successful in the post, we are looking for a Cover Supervisor who will supervise whole classes and/or small groups during the short-term absence of the timetabled class teacher, whether planned or unplanned absence. Ensure students carry out the curriculum tasks set by the absent teacher, assisting them to understand the nature of the work set, managing student behaviour and minimising the impact of the teacher’s absence on their learning.
About you:
- Experience of working with children and young people.
- The ability to assimilate information to facilitate the delivery of lesson plans effectively.
- A basic knowledge and understanding of the curriculum.
- Excellent standard of oral and written communication skills and ability to understand and convey information effectively.
- Good organisational and efficient administration skills.
- The skills to build effective working relationships with teachers and other academy staff.
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 Monkton Wood Academy:
Monkton Wood Academy is an 11-18 school located in Monkton Heathfield, near Taunton. We are currently going through a period of change and rapid improvement as we seek to make Monkton Wood a place of academic excellence, where children can progress and thrive. We are developing a culture of high expectations and mutual respect, where students and staff can be successful in our roles and become the best possible version of ourselves. Monkton Wood has long been proud of its strong connections with the local community; our parents and our partners at the Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre are highly engaged in school life. It is incredibly important to us that our students develop a strong sense of belonging and confidence in their own ability to achieve well and to go on to serve their community.
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 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: 3 September 2026 @ 11:59pm
- Interviews: 9 September 2026
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. 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.
Cover Supervisor in Taunton employer: Monkton Wood Academy
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