At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and coordinate staff cover, ensuring smooth operations during absences.
- Company: Join a supportive educational environment focused on teamwork and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time only role, and a rewarding work experience.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and a dynamic work atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while developing your organisational skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and ability to manage priorities effectively.
The predicted salary is between 25380 - 27546 £ per year.
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Salary: £25,380.00 - £27,546.00
We are looking to appoint an organised, proactive and reliable Cover Manager. The successful candidate will be highly organised, have excellent attention to detail and be able to work effectively as part of a team. The role is essential in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation and maintaining continuity when staff are absent.
Working closely with the management team, the Cover Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating and allocating cover for staff absences, ensuring that appropriate arrangements are in place each day. Alongside the administrative and organisational aspects of the role, the Cover Manager will also provide support directly where required. This may include delivering pre-prepared sessions/classes, supporting individuals with their learning and ensuring a positive, well-managed environment is maintained.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and coordinate daily staff cover for planned and unplanned absences.
- Allocate appropriate cover and communicate arrangements clearly to staff.
- Maintain accurate records of staff availability, absences and cover requirements.
- Respond quickly and effectively to last-minute staffing changes.
- Work closely with the management team and colleagues to ensure operational continuity.
- Deliver pre-prepared lessons or sessions when required.
- Support and facilitate learning across a range of subjects/classes.
- Maintain high standards of behaviour, professionalism and engagement.
- Build positive working relationships with staff and those taking part in sessions.
- Ensure all cover arrangements run smoothly and efficiently.
- Carry out any other reasonable duties associated with the role.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities.
- Reliable, flexible and able to remain calm under pressure.
- A strong communicator with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident working independently as well as part of a team.
- Comfortable managing changes and finding practical solutions.
- Confident supervising and supporting groups.
- Able to maintain professional standards and positive behaviour.
Previous experience in a similar cover, coordination, education or supervisory role would be advantageous.
What We Offer
Term-time only position
Salary: £25,380.00 - £27,546.00
A varied and rewarding role
Cover Manager employer: TimePlan Education
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