At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate staff cover and ensure smooth operations in a fast-paced academy environment.
- Company: Join a supportive family of schools dedicated to student wellbeing and development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for leadership roles.
- Other info: Flexible working requests considered; commitment to safeguarding students is essential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' education while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational and communication skills; experience in staff coordination is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary Range: Grade 6, SCP23 – SCP25 £34,434.00 - £36,363.00 FTE (pro rata £30,422.00 - £32,127.00)
Working Type: Full Time 37 hours per week, 39 working weeks, 45.942 paid weeks
Base: Hetton Academy, North Road, Hetton-le-Hole, Houghton-le-Spring DH5 9JZ
This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
About the Role
We are seeking an organised, proactive and enthusiastic Cover Manager to play a key role in the smooth day‑to‑day running of our academy. Working in a fast‑paced environment, you will oversee the daily coordination of staff cover, manage Cover Supervisors, liaise with supply agencies and ensure lessons continue with minimal disruption.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily staff cover and manage Cover Supervisors
- Liaise with supply agencies to secure appropriate cover staff
- Ensure lessons continue with minimal disruption during teacher absences
- Supervise whole classes while maintaining high‑quality learning
- Manage student behaviour and support teaching staff
- Support academy leaders and teaching staff to maintain smooth operations
Qualifications
- Proven organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills
- Experience in staff coordination or similar role
- Commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of students
Benefits
- Opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools
- Chance to apply for leadership roles within the Trust
- Support and expertise of Director of Subjects
- Full programme of support and development
- Comprehensive professional development programme through the NET Staff College
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. The Trust is committed to considering flexible working requests and to safer recruitment practice, with enhanced disclosure and barring service checks.
For more information, please contact Charlotte Taylor, PA to the Principal & Office Manager, at c.taylor2@northerneducationtrust.org
