Cover Supervisor; Level 1; St Osmund's CE Middle School

St. Osmund’s C.E. Middle School is an over-subscribed Middle School for Years 5 - 8, located in the thriving county town of Dorchester. The school is proudly part of the Wessex Multi Academy Trust and is Ofsted Good in all areas (2022). The school was recently SIAMS inspected and received a strong report (2026).

We are a Church of England School built upon the Christian values of hope, community, respect and love.

We are seeking a permanent energetic, enthusiastic and motivated Cover Supervisor to start as soon as possible. The role will involve regularly covering registrations and planned lessons for absent teachers, as well as supporting teaching staff in a teaching assistant capacity. Duties may also include supporting break and lunchtime duties in school. If you are able to offer after school clubs, we will pay this in addition to your regular contract.

Candidates should have an NVQ level 3 or equivalent for supporting teaching and learning in schools or hold the Cover Supervisor certificate and as well as a good standard of English and Math’s.

This role is a permanent role and is for 31 hours and 15 minutes per week (08:15 - 15:15). In addition to these contracted hours, additional pay will be offered for any extra curricular clubs you are able to offer after school.

• A Christian vision and values which underpin all our work,
• Pupils who are motivated and love their school,
• A safe school where young people and staff feel that they belong,
• First middle school nationally to become a When the Adults Change Partner School,
• A relationships policy which secures good behaviour for learning,
• A living and breathing celebration of diversity in all school life,
• Staff who work collaboratively to allow all pupils to achieve their potential, contributing positively to the world,
• Eco-Schools Green Flag (with Distinction)
• Fantastic resources, buildings and grounds which form a stimulating working environment,
• A happy school where a sense of humour is welcomed!

Visits to the school are encouraged; tours have been arranged for Monday 7th September, Wednesday 9th September and Friday 11th September. Please call to make an appointment when the Head of School will tour you.

An information pack can be found here:
Recruitment pack

Applications from both experienced and early career teachers will be welcomed.

Closing date is Monday 14th September. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 22nd September