Cover Supervisor
| Posting date: | 19 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bury, BL9 7QT |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75779581 |
Summary
We are seeking a reliable and motivated Cover Supervisor to deliver whole-class teaching in the absence of teaching staff. The role involves supervising and supporting pupils’ learning, maintaining a positive and orderly classroom environment, and delivering pre-planned lessons that meet the needs of all learners. You will build positive relationships with students, promote good behaviour in line with school policy, and provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress. The role also includes supporting pastoral needs, managing classroom resources, assisting with assessments and exams, and contributing to school trips and wider school activities. A flexible, proactive approach and a strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion are essential.
Why Join Hazel Wood High School
This is a truly inclusive and diverse community where we foster a culture of mutual respect, responsibility and aspiration. At Hazel Wood our team of highly motivated staff, in partnership with our young people, parents and governors,work incredibly hard to ensure that all our students have the opportunity to achieve the best possible outcomes, both academically and pastorally.
We aim to ensure that we create a stimulating and disciplined environment, and to recognise that successful education lies in supporting the welfare of the whole child: their safety, health and happiness. We believe in discipline in the true sense of the word. Teaching our young people self-control and the resilience to keep working when things get difficult, therefore preparing our young people to be successful adults.
We are looking for a colleague who shares the clear vision that the child is at the heart of everything we do. One who can enjoy positive, professional relationships with young people and who demonstrates high levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Every child is entitled to an outstanding education where they have excellent opportunities to achieve beyond their potential. We strive to develop the aspirations and values of every student and member of staff
We are laying strong foundations for growth and have a clear vision for the trust. This role is a key part of our growth strategy and could be an excellent opportunity for the right candidate ready for their next step. We are a values driven organisation, are highly ambitious, passionate about doing things with integrity whilst maintaining a good sense of humour.
We would be happy to arrange a visit to the school, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes.
Please contact Hazel Wood High School on 0161 797 6543 or by emailing enquiries@hazelwood.oaklp.co.uk to arrange a visit.
Our Employee Benefits
At Oak Learning Partnership, you’ll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress, and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.
In return you will benefit from:
- Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution
- Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
- Networking opportunities across our trust
- Salary sacrifices cycle to work scheme
- Healthcare plan through Medicash and is an easy to use health insurance. The health cash plan provides cashback towards your everyday healthcare bills, benefiting from a range of digital and virtual tools to help you protect and improve your wellbeing. 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals
- Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face to Face counselling service.
Application
Apply here: https://ce0218li.webitrent.com/ce0218li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=486436cxPO&VACANCY_ID=814018rgWP
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.
For further information about the role please contact Hazel Wood High School on 0161 797 6543 or by emailingenquiries@hazelwood.oaklp.co.uk
Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances.
Oak Learning Partnership
Our trust is cross phase and consists of primary, special, and secondary schools. We have a vision to transform lives through a highly inclusive approach.
‘Inclusion is at the heart of our trust’.
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