Cover Supervisor
35 hours per week, term time only
One-year fixed term appointment.
NJC SCP5-SCP11 - Salary range £25,583-£28,142 pa (pro rata part time, term time only salary range £20,815 - £22,897 gross pa)
The Governing Body are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to the post of Cover Supervisor.
St Thomas More Catholic School is secondary school educating children aged 11-18. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment, promoting the welfare of its children and young people. It has a strong community ethos and a dedication to academic excellence, supported by a growing sixth form and a good Ofsted rating.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes during the short-term absence of teachers, ensuring that students remain on task and follow the work set by the teacher. This role is ideal for a postgraduate considering a career in teaching, as the school is keen to offer support with teacher training for the right candidate.
The successful appointee should possess:
Degree level qualification (desirable)
GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent
Good communication skills - written and oral
Ability to use negotiating and persuasive skills
Team player
Closing date: 12 noon, Friday 6th January 2026
Interviews:To be confirmed
For more information, and to request an application pack including job description, please contact Jodie Massie at Hays Education on
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All its staff and volunteers are expected to share in this commitment and to make every reasonable endeavour to ensure that its recruitment and selection standards are met.
A copy of our Child Protection Policy is available on the school website".
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