Cover Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary Range: Grade 6, SCP 23-25, FTE salary £34,434.00 - £36,363.00, pro rata salary £30,422.00 - £32,127.00
Working Type: 39 weeks, 37 hours per week
Base: Freebrough Academy, Linden Road, Brotton TS12 2SJ
This position involves regulated activity, working primarily with children. It is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants barred from regulated activity relating to children should not apply.
About the Trust
Northern Education Trust (NET) is a charitable education trust that sponsors 30 academies—17 secondary and 13 primary—across the North of England in fourteen local authority regions.
Role Overview
Northern Education Trust is seeking a dedicated Cover Manager to lead and oversee all aspects of staff cover within our academy. This vital, dynamic role acts as the central hub for learning continuity, working strategically with supply agencies to book and monitor external staff, while managing daily lesson and room allocations across the academy.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools
- Chance to apply for leadership roles within the Deeps structure and lead a whole school leadership project
- Support and expertise from the Director of Subjects
- A full and detailed programme of support and development for all staff
- Comprehensive professional development programme, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College
Safety and Recruitment
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further during the interview process.
The Trust is committed to flexible working requests.
The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre‑employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and wellbeing of our pupils.
Application
Please visit https://northerneducation.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/202210?aisId=12&rmId=3356&src=3 to apply.
For more information, contact Rachael Dye, Business Manager, r.dye@northerneducationtrust.org.
Closing date
Thursday 30th July 2026 at 10am
Cover Manager in Brotton employer: North East Ambition
Centurion Multi-Academy Trust is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its staff while fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. With a competitive salary and a commitment to operational excellence, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the educational outcomes of pupils and the wider community. Located in a supportive environment, the Trust offers unique opportunities for leadership development and strategic involvement in shaping the future of education.
