Cover SupervisorEDV​/OBA​/

About This Role

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

We are looking for a confident, reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor for a fixed term position, from September 2026 to Summer 2027. The working hours are Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm and Friday 8am to 3.30pm, 37 hours per week on a term time only basis.

As a cover supervisor you will supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher, implement work programmes, manage student behaviour and assist in relevant activities in line with school policy and procedure.

You will consistently deliver high-quality learning opportunities to our students, ensuring standards of behaviour, engagement and achievement are evident at all times.

• Experience working as a Cover Supervisor or other relevant experience.
• Good general subject knowledge and ability to engage with young people.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to establish positive professional working relationships.
• Awareness of and commitment to safeguarding practices and behaviour management strategies.
• Great IT skills and experience of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and using information management systems.

Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy (OBA) is a community school. We hold our students at the heart of everything we do and aim to inspire confidence, ambition and determination to succeed. Our motto is “Lucere Aude” (Dare To Shine).

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued.
• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Automatic pay progression.
• Generous pension and life cover.
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform.
• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a counselling service.

Please apply before the closing date stated above. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.

For any questions or to arrange a visit to the academy, please contact  or

Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here:

All the academy policies can be found here: