Cover Supervisor

Posted on: 19/06/2026 – Final date to receive applications: 03/07/2026

Hours: 32.5 hours per week 08:15-15:15, 39 weeks

Contract: Fixed term, until August 2027

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed in the classroom? We are seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join Lift Four Dwellings Secondary. This role involves supervising lessons across a range of subjects, maintaining positive behaviour and supporting students to remain focused and engaged in their learning.

• Supervising classes across a range of subjects during teacher absences
• Delivering lesson materials prepared by teaching staff
• Lead super cover alongside a second member of staff
• Maintaining a positive and orderly classroom environment
• Supporting students to stay on task and complete work to the best of their ability
• Supporting students with SEND and helping to implement EHCP and IEP targets where appropriate
• Recording attendance accurately and reporting any concerns
• Providing feedback to teachers regarding student progress, engagement and behaviour
• Liaising with pastoral teams regarding student welfare concerns
  
  Supporting wider academy activities, including student supervision and enrichment opportunities

• Holds GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent qualifications
• Has experience working with children and young people
• Can build positive and productive relationships with students
• Has strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Is calm, resilient and adaptable in a fast‑paced school environment
• Can work effectively as part of a team
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
• Has excellent organisational skills and can manage competing priorities

• Comprehensive training
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  Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits
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  From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks
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  Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

Equal opportunities: Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We consider job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities. We are a Disability Confident Employer and provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.