Cover Supervisor - St Aidan's Church of England Academy (Northern Lights Learning Trust)JobsGoPublic

Cover Supervisor

Temporary position until 31/08/2027

Required ASAP

35 hours per week, TTO+5 days

Green Book Pay and Conditions

Salary Band: NJC SCP 14-17 (£30,515 - £32,046)

Actual Salary:

less than 5 years - £24,717 ; over 5 years -  £26,566

We are seeking a passionate, organised and student-centred professional to join our team as a Cover Supervisor. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed colleague who is eager to play a key role in maintaining high standards of learning, behaviour and student engagement by covering classes and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

The successful candidate will take a proactive and positive approach to supporting high standards of learning, behaviour and student engagement across the school. They will confidently supervise classes during teacher absences, deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and create a safe, inclusive and purposeful learning environment where all students can thrive. Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and families, they will promote positive behaviour, uphold safeguarding procedures and contribute to the wellbeing and success of all students.

Joining St Aidan’s means becoming part of a forward-thinking team that values professional development, collaboration, and creativity. If you are passionate about education and enjoy working with young people, we would love to hear from you.

The successful candidate should:

Demonstrate high expectations of yourself and others.

Enjoy working collaboratively, being innovative and creative

Have the skills and knowledge to ensure the school is a safe environment

Possess excellent organisational skills

Have an excellent understanding when dealing with children and adults

Keep calm under pressure whilst maintaining confidentiality

Have an enthusiasm which would allow you to be supportive of the Trust and school’s ethos.

If so, we would really welcome your application.

In return you will receive:

A supportive working environment that puts people at the heart of the organisation

The opportunity to work as part of a growing Trust and shape this role

Continuous professional development

A range of Trust initiatives that improve wellbeing. Current initiatives include an annual wellbeing day

National Terms and Conditions of Employment

Teachers’ Pension Scheme/ Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee welfare package through Education Mutual including:

24-hour GP access

Nurse support service

Mental health services, including stress management, mental health first aid training and bereavement support

Free Flu vaccinations

Counselling Services

Physiotherapy

Financial wellbeing coaching

Maternity and Paternity support

Menopause support

Access to useful wellbeing resources

Employee benefits package through Vivup including:

Cycle to work scheme

Lifestyle savings including discounts on shops, food and drink and days out

CLOSING DATE:

Applications must be received by: Friday 13th November 2026.

Short Listing will take place on: Friday 13th November 2026.

Interviews will take place on: W/C Monday 16th November 2026.

HOW TO APPLY: Applications should be submitted via email to [email protected]

Applications will only be considered on receipt of an application form, CV’s and other forms of application will NOT be accepted. For further information, or if you would like to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Leanne Brownsword on 01325 373770.

Details of the school can be found on the school website:

www.staidansacademy.co.uk

Attachments

Cover Supervisor.pdf

NLLT-Application-Form.docx