Overview
Full Time, Fixed term until August 2026
37 hours, 39 weeks per year
Immediate Start
Are you adaptable, patient, and empathetic with experience working with young people? Do you want to play a vital role in supporting learning and maintaining high standards in the classroom? If so, we’d love you to join us at Lift Tendring.
As a Cover Supervisor
* Deliver prepared lesson materials in the absence of the class teacher.
* Maintain a calm, purposeful learning environment in line with our behaviour policy.
* Support students with their work, including those with SEND, liaising with the SENDCO and form tutors where needed.
* Take on wider academy duties, such as supervising students at break and lunchtimes.
What we’re looking for
* Ability to build positive relationships with students.
* Excellent communication skills.
* A team player who can also work independently.
* Adaptability, flexibility, and resilience.
About Lift Tendring
Lift Tendring is a large, 11-19 mixed comprehensive school rated Good by Ofsted. With over 1,800 young people on roll, we strive to be a catalyst for change, ensuring that every child receives an excellent education, not just as a privilege, but as a right. We offer a broad and ambitious curriculum, inspire high aspirations for all, and promote the arts, creativity and sporting success.
If you would like to discuss this role in more detail or arrange a visit, please email Michael Cerny, School Operations Manager, at mcerny@lifttendring.org.
Who is Lift Schools?
We’re a diverse and inclusive network of 57 schools with a shared mission to provide excellent education to every child—every day, in every classroom. Our team is empowered to do their best work, supported by strong leadership. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here.
We offer you
* Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
* Generous benefits: Pension, healthcare and financial support.
* Lifestyle perks: Discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.
Details
Cover Supervisor
Lift Tendring
Thorpe Campus, Landermere Rd, Thorpe-le-Soken, Essex, CO16 0LQ, United Kingdom
Salary: £22,608.86 - £24,097.97 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Important notices
Closing date: 12th October 2025
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates should refer to the job description and person specification before applying. Lift Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We encourage candidates to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible.
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