Job Description

Salary

26,000-28,000 (Full Time Equivalent), United Learning Support Staff Pay Scale TL Band 2 (Vocational)

Contractual hours

37.5

Basis

Full Time

Region

Blackburn

Date posted

11/09/2025

Job reference

REQ003839

Cover Supervisor

Location: Accrington

Salary: 26,000-28,000 (Full Time Equivalent), United Learning Support Staff Pay Scale TL Band 2 (Vocational)

Contract: Term Time Only, 37.5 hours per week

Closing date: 30th September 2025

Start Date: November 2025

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious and highly motivated Cover Supervisor with a passion for teaching and learning, to join our team on a permanent basis. The role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday -Friday, 8.00am-4.00pm, Term time only. Candidates looking for a part time role will be considered.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting students with their learning, ensuring all learners are challenged and encouraged to achieve their full potential. You will be working alongside passionate staff who are determined to remove barriers and bring out the best in every student.

Main duties will be to supervise whole classes during the absence of the class teacher under the guidance of work set from teaching/senior staff. This will include the implementation of work programmes, managing student behaviour and assisting students in relevant activities.

The role is the perfect stepping stone for someone who is considering a career in teaching and wants to gain experience in a supportive and friendly school.

The successful candidate will:

Be able to communicate appropriately and effectively with young people. Be able to manage behaviour in the classroom to ensure students remain engaged in set work. Be flexible to work throughout the school within different departments and with different key stages daily. Be committed to our Accrington Extra enrichment programme

We are looking for:

An individual qualified to degree level or equivalent or with suitable, relevant experience. An individual who shares our moral purpose of ensuring that all our students receive the best education possible in a supportive environment from people who care about them. Someone who will inspire our students to achieve their potential. Someone who is committed and aligned to the school's vision and values Someone who demonstrates good organisation and management skills

We can offer you:

More pay:

As part of United Learning, we pay an average of 5% above national scales - the best rates of pay in the sector. We offer access to a health cash plan which gives you money back on essential healthcare, from opticians to physiotherapy, and guarantees you 24/7 access to an online GP. Access to Westfield Rewards, unlocking a wide selection of discounts and cashback opportunities with leading retailers and service providers across travel, entertainment, fashion, and dining. A key advantage of the programme is the cashback feature, which helps members save even more on everyday spending.

More time:

All our academies start every term with an additional INSET day set aside for your own planning (in addition to the usual five INSET days - giving you eight in total); At least one guaranteed paid personal day each year, to use as you want; and we offer opportunities for flexible working.

More support:

We provide high quality training and development for every stage in your career; Every staff member benefits from a personal development plan to support your progression and aspirations; We give you access to a high quality curriculum with excellent resources and provide support from expert subject advisers; We offer access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme, providing support from legal and financial to family and housing and access to free counselling and other wellbeing support.


This is the perfect opportunity to work in a supportive and stimulating environment. If you would like to arrange a tour of the Academy or if you have any questions about the role please contact the Interim Principal's PA, Sandra Chadburn on sandra.chadburn@accrington-academy.org