Thomas Alleynes High
School
Cover Supervisor
Grade 5 SCP 6 – 9 FTE £25,183 - £26,409 pro rata
Actual salary £19,208 - £20,143
32.5 hours per week
Term time only plus INSET days
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 3.20pm
1-year fixed term contract
Job Share Considered
Are you looking to make a difference in a school environment and have valuable classroom experience? We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join our team and support teaching and learning across the school.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will take responsibility for delivering pre-set lessons during the short-term absence of the class teacher. You will help maintain a positive and productive learning environment by supervising students, managing classroom behaviour, and supporting pupils in accordance with the school’s policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise whole classes during teacher absence, ensuring students remain on task.
- Support pupils in completing set work and clarify instructions where needed.
- Promote a positive learning atmosphere and manage student behaviour in line with school policies.
- Provide feedback to students regarding progress and achievement.
- Report back to teaching staff on student behaviour, progress, and any concerns.
- Support students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and foster inclusion in the classroom.
- Assist in maintaining accurate attendance and behaviour records.
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong classroom presence and the ability to act as a positive role model.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage behaviour confidently and effectively.
- Flexibility and a proactive attitude.
- Previous experience working with young people or in a school environment is desirable but not essential.
Thomas Alleyne’s High School is a 13 – 18 school at the heart of its community, which provides a broad and balanced curriculum for students. We are committed to ensuring that every child has access to an outstanding education. Our successful track record of ensuring students make excellent progress has ensured improved outcomes for young people.
For more information please contact Mrs Z Farina on farina@tahs.org.uk
To apply for this post download the attached documents or visit our school website: https://www.thomasalleynes.uk/page/?title=Administration+Officer+inc%2E+First+Aid&pid=457
We cannot accept applications by a CV due to safeguarding regulations, so please complete the two forms attached.
e-mail: personnel@tahs.org.uk
Telephone: 01889 561820
Closing Date: Monday 14th July 2025
Interviews will be held: To be confirmed
Please email applications to: personnel@tahs.org.uk
The Innovate2Educate Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students and all posts are subject to enhanced DBS with children’s barred list checks and the completion of safeguarding training.
Please see the link below to our Safeguarding Policy
https://www.thomasalleynes.uk/_site/data/files/users/2/0A7C9F69F027FCBD99E2BD7D729E493B.pdf