Cover Supervisor
| Posting date: | 17 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bristol, BS11 0SU |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | b38d26df-1c7a-4d22-8cdb-b6d9f8dfc808 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
THE IDEAL PERSON FOR THIS POST WILL BE SOMEONE WHO CAN:
• cover lessons in the absence of the timetabled teacher
• supervise the delivery of the cover work by effectively communicating the work set to students and collect completed work after lesson and returning it to the appropriate teacher
• ensure that the required resources needed in order to effectively deliver the covered lessons are available
• manage the behaviour of pupils whilst they are undertaking set work to ensure a positive learning environment
• respond to any questions from pupils about process and procedures
• deal with any immediate problems or emergencies in accordance with school policy and procedures
What the school offers its staff
WHAT WE OFFER:
• A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability
• Collaborative working to support our endeavours to work smarter and achieve an effective balance between home and work
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Onsite parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Members of the DfE Staff Wellbeing Charter
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free use of the college gym
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
THE IDEAL PERSON FOR THIS POST WILL BE SOMEONE WHO CAN:
• cover lessons in the absence of the timetabled teacher
• supervise the delivery of the cover work by effectively communicating the work set to students and collect completed work after lesson and returning it to the appropriate teacher
• ensure that the required resources needed in order to effectively deliver the covered lessons are available
• manage the behaviour of pupils whilst they are undertaking set work to ensure a positive learning environment
• respond to any questions from pupils about process and procedures
• deal with any immediate problems or emergencies in accordance with school policy and procedures
What the school offers its staff
WHAT WE OFFER:
• A school that is fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability
• Collaborative working to support our endeavours to work smarter and achieve an effective balance between home and work
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Onsite parking
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Members of the DfE Staff Wellbeing Charter
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free use of the college gym
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.