Senior Cover Supervisor
| Posting date: | 02 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £22,970 to £24,888 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Salary shown above is pro rata, based on an Full Time Equivalent of £26,824 to £29,064 (Grade F, Scale Points 08-13) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2026 |
| Location: | Liberty Academy, 1 Bilton Grove, Hull, HU9 5YB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Heartwood Learning Trust. |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 59561 |
Summary
Liberty Academy is part of the Heartwood Learning Trust. We believe that “All things are possible for one who believes.” This is achieved through providing all students with an academic education which challenges them, not only academically, but also in terms of their place in society. We believe that this will prepare them for life not only in Britain, but across the world.
We are looking to appoint 2 Senior Cover Supervisors for 37 hours per week, on a term time only basis to join our team at Liberty Academy.
This role is a vital part of our school, ensuring the continuity of learning and a positive, safe classroom environment during short-term teacher absences. The job holder will be asked to:
Supervise pre-prepared activities and self-directed learning in the absence of the teacher to enable continuity of learning
Provide support and encouragement to students, and manage classroom organisation during the cover lesson
Manage the behaviour of students through the implementation of the school behaviour policy and practices.
The ideal candidate will have some experience of working with students aged 11-16 in an education environment.
What we can offer:
Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
Opportunities for staff to develop
Local Government Pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Free on site parking
Job Details
Hours of Work: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: Vice Principal
Travel Required: Occasional
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.
Interviews will take place on 16 January 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.
We are looking to appoint 2 Senior Cover Supervisors for 37 hours per week, on a term time only basis to join our team at Liberty Academy.
This role is a vital part of our school, ensuring the continuity of learning and a positive, safe classroom environment during short-term teacher absences. The job holder will be asked to:
Supervise pre-prepared activities and self-directed learning in the absence of the teacher to enable continuity of learning
Provide support and encouragement to students, and manage classroom organisation during the cover lesson
Manage the behaviour of students through the implementation of the school behaviour policy and practices.
The ideal candidate will have some experience of working with students aged 11-16 in an education environment.
What we can offer:
Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
Opportunities for staff to develop
Local Government Pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme
Free on site parking
Job Details
Hours of Work: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: Vice Principal
Travel Required: Occasional
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.
Application Process
Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.
Interviews will take place on 16 January 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.