At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise classes and ensure high-quality cover during teacher absences.
- Company: Join Meridian Trust, a leading academy trust focused on community and education.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, health perks, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with excellent career growth and support for mental health.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working with a fun team.
- Qualifications: Good educational background and strong interpersonal skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31950 - 39050 £ per year.
- About this Role
- Vacancy for Cover Manager
7am- 3pm Mon- Thurs and 7am-2:30pm Friday.
We have an exciting opportunity for a cover manager to join our team!
You will ensure high-quality cover is provided for classes in the absence of a teacher and work closely with HR regarding the coordination of staff absence.
The opportunity
- A great chance to work with a strong, fun enthusiastic team
- Supervise classes across KS3 & KS4 following a programme of study during short-term absences
- Actively engage with the class while following the Teacher's lead
- Proactively manage and allocate cover for the planned and unplanned absence of teaching staff.
- Checking and signing off all supply invoices
- Line management of the Cover Supervisor team
- Ensuring all orders and bookings for cover and supply are uploaded to the finance system.
- The ideal candidate
- Have a good educational background and working with young people.
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills to effectively influence students.
- Be a team player, with a 'can do' solution focused attitude.
- Possess outstanding communication skills and personal integrity.
- Ability to remain calm and professional at all times.
- About Meridian Trust -
Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country.
The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities.
Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.
Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -
- Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
- Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
- Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
- Cycle to work scheme
- Defined benefit local government or Teacher's pension scheme
- Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
- Free on-site parking
- Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays
To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www. meridiantrust. co. uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/ .
- Closing date for applications: 31/08/2026
- Interviews will be held on: 07/09/2026
Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced.
The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.
Safeguarding Statement
Sharnbrook Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Sharnbrook Academy ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
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Meridian Trust is an exceptional employer that values integrity and collaboration within its Core Finance Team. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work culture that fosters teamwork and innovation. Located in the heart of Bedfordshire and south Cambridgeshire, our team enjoys a dynamic environment where they can make a meaningful impact across multiple schools while ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
