At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage cover for teaching staff absences to ensure smooth academy operations.
- Company: Join Sheffield Springs Academy, part of the United Learning group.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a commitment to work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' education while enjoying a vibrant city life.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and IT proficiency are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Starting salary: FTE £37,018.00 gross per annum prorata (actual of £31,942.26) starting salary.
Hours of work: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, 39working weeks.
We are seeking to appoint a diligent and proactive individual for theposition of Cover Manager at Sheffield Springs Academy.
The successful post holder will manage cover for day to day, short-termand long-term absences for teaching and support staff to minimise disruption tothe effective running of the academy.
This role is key in supporting the day-to-day running of the academy.
It is important for you to be confident inthe use of IT and in using a variety of software packages and Arbor (Management Information System).
Training will beprovided.
This is anexcellent opportunity to join an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ academy.
The academy is part of United Learning, anational group of schools and academies.
Sheffield Springs Academy is an 11-16 school.
As part of United Learning our aim istobring out ‘the Best in Everyone’ and we continuously strive to ensure thatstudents and staff have every opportunity to succeed, with their potentialdeveloped to the utmost.
Our school hasmotivated, ambitious students with a high percentage of our students going onto attend Russell group universities.
You will be working with an established team to deliver acomprehensive, professional and customer-focused service.
Excellentinterpersonal and organisation skills are essential.
The successful candidatewill ideally be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Confidence in using appropriate IT packages is essential, alongside the abilityto communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Please note the working hours for the role is 07:10 – 15:10Monday to Friday. There can be a business need to complete work after 15:10during term time.
United Learning isone of the largest and most successful Trusts in the country who offersunrivalled Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training, includingopportunities for nationwide networking.
The city of Sheffield itself is a vibrantplace to live and work with two universities and a range of entertainmentopportunities alongside the access to the beautiful Peak District within a 20minute commute.
- Quality of life isroutinely ranked highly and it is one of the greenest cities in
- Europe: Welcome to Sheffield
We are looking for someone who is
- Reliable, highlymotivated and self-driven.
- Experienced with anexcellent knowledge and understanding of cover.
- Keen on attention todetail, has high standards and takes pride in their work.
- A team player withstrong communication skills.
We will offer you
- Highly competitivesalary.
- Excellent facilitiesand resources.
- Access to anoutstanding professional development programme.
- Polite, respectfuland dedicated students who want to learn and fulfil their potential.
- A respectful workingenvironment.
- Colleagues who aresupportive, friendly and who are committed to each other’s professionaldevelopment.
- A chance to becomepart of one of the largest groups of academies in the country.
- Opportunities to workcollaboratively with colleagues in other schools within the Yorkshire clusterand across United Learning.
- Excellent employeebenefits which include a highly sought-after pension scheme with high employercontributions.
- Access to trainingthrough the Apprenticeship Levy.
- Perkbox benefitsplatform.
- We are open torequests for flexible or part-time working; and we encourage open and regularconversations about work-life balance.
If you possess these qualities and share the academy’s vision then wewill be delighted to hear from you.
Please refer to the job description andperson specification for further details.
The closing date for this post is23:59 Friday 04 September 2026.
United Learning iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and youngpeople and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Employees will, in accordance with statutoryguidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including referencesfrom current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.
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Cover Manager in Sheffield employer: Sheffield Springs Academy
As a Cleaner in our educational institution, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative work culture that values teamwork and individual contributions. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both staff and students. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of learners while enjoying a fulfilling career in a vibrant community.
