At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the management of staff absence and ensure smooth classroom cover.
- Company: Copleston High School, a vibrant educational environment in Ipswich.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' learning experiences every day.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and experience in managing people are essential.
The predicted salary is between 27915 - 31140 £ per year.
Copleston High School
Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5HD
Salary: £27,915 - £31,140 pro rata
Hours: 37 hours a week, 39 weeks a year
Contract: Permanent
Required as soon as possible
Reference: 5268
1927 students (includes 328 in the Sixth Form).
Role
Cover Manager – Lead the day‑to‑day management of staff absence and classroom cover arrangements across the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deploy cover staff to ensure learning continues smoothly.
- Manage staff absence records and support effective operation of the cover budget.
- Work closely with senior leaders, heads of department and support the cover team.
- Line‑manage and support development of the cover team, maintaining high standards of service.
Requirements
- Confident and resilient, with excellent organisational, communication and time‑management skills.
- Experience of managing people, working to tight deadlines, using IT systems effectively and maintaining accurate records.
- Prior experience in an educational setting is advantageous.
- Knowledge of school management systems such as Arbor is desirable.
Expectations
- Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and respond calmly to changing priorities.
- Capability to build positive working relationships with colleagues across the school.
- Work starting at 7:00 am Monday to Friday.
Safeguarding
The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. All posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. Child protection training will also need to be undertaken.
Equal Opportunity
The Oxlip Learning Partnership promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all sections of society. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
