Cover Supervisor - Construction

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£29,390 to £33,602 per annum (Band 6, pro-rata for term-time only)

Weekly

Hours:

37

Location: Nottingham

Closing Date: 05/07/2026

Job Category: Teaching Support

Campus: Basford

Team: 1105 - Construction Multi-Skills

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A place to inspire the Next Generation of Builders, Creators, and Innovators

Are you a skilled tradesperson or experienced professional from the construction industry looking for an exciting new challenge? Have you ever considered sharing your knowledge and experience with the next generation? This could be your first step into the rewarding world of education – no formal teaching qualifications required, just your expertise, passion, and willingness to make a difference!

We are Nottingham College and together, we make a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. As a teacher at Nottingham College, you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential by bringing experience, flair, industry connections, passion and care to your role and in return we invest in you.

Here, you have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our Basford campus in the Construction faculty. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining a positive learning environment in the absence of a lecturer.

The a full time role (37 hours per week), working term time only, 37 weeks per year.

We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join our Construction Faculty at Basford College. This unique role is perfect for someone with practical skills or hands‑on experience in construction who wants to contribute to developing future construction professionals in a supportive and guided capacity.

• Step in to cover lessons for teaching staff when required, ensuring students stay engaged and on track on a pre-set learning activity.
• Explain and respond to students about what is required and what pre‑prepared task/exercise they will be expected to undertake.
• Manage behaviour of students to ensure that a constructive learning environment is maintained by using a range of strategies to deal with classroom behaviour as a whole and also individual behavioural needs, including meeting and communicating with parents as required.
• Support the curriculum team with pastoral support of students within the designated faculty area.
• Support the curriculum team with monitoring and proactively acting on attendance issues for cover lessons and those taught within the designated faculty area; liaise with parents/carers/guardians where concerns arise around poor attendance.
• Where required, support tutor group sessions and small group interventions to identify students' needs and provide appropriate guidance and support, referring to specialists and other staff as appropriate.
• Assist lecturing staff in lesson planning, evaluating and adjusting lesson/work plans as appropriate.
• Provide practical insights, guidance, and demonstrations to inspire and motivate learners.

We’re not looking for formal teaching qualifications (although they’re of course a plus if you have them!) – we’re looking for someone with:

• Hands‑on experience or practical skills in construction. Whether you are a builder, carpenter, plumber, or another tradesperson, your expertise will be highly valued.
• A genuine passion for supporting and inspiring young people.
• Strong communication and organisational skills to manage diverse tasks.
• A positive, can‑do attitude and the ability to adapt to a variety of situations.
• Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent.
• A respectful and inclusive attitude towards students and colleagues.
• Experience of providing pastoral support to students and the ability to handle complex and sensitive issues with empathy and understanding – desirable.

• Competitive salary – £29,390 to £33,602 per annum FTE. (This will be pro‑rata for part‑time and term‑time only posts)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave.
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App.
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated CPD days and our Request to Invest Programme.

Our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students is fundamental. Background checks including employer references and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.