Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor – Unity Primary Academy

Unity Primary Academy is looking for an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our team. The role involves supervising a prepared lesson in the absence of a class teacher, ensuring that pupils’ learning and development continue and are maintained. The supervisor will also communicate the class teacher’s work set to the pupils, making sure they understand expectations for behaviour and task completion.

• Supervise a prepared lesson in the absence of a teacher, maintaining pupil learning and development.
• Communicate the class teacher’s work set to pupils and ensure understanding of behaviour and task expectations.
• Maintain a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Use initiative and collaborate with other staff to support classroom needs.
• Adapt to a highly pressured environment and meet demands and deadlines.

• Experience working in a primary school classroom.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and ICT skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility in approach and thinking.

• Generous annual leave to support a healthy work‑life balance.
• Professional development: access to CPD and training opportunities.
• Flexible working options including part‑time, term‑time, and home working.
• Exclusive discounts through Blue Light Card offers.
• Well‑being support and employee assistance services.

All staff must adhere to safeguarding policies and will be required to hold an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s Barred List check if applicable.