Job Description

Salary

Grade 4 26,824
Actual salary term time only 22,903.57

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Support Staff - Other

Location

Horizons Academy
Ravensdale Road
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 2DP

Job category

Support Role - Education/Behavioural Support

Date posted

23/09/2025

Job reference

R05243



We are looking for a reliable cover supervisor to join our highly focused, dynamic, talented and supportive team.

The role will be based at Horizons Academy which is due to open to pupils in January 2026.

Why join Horizons Academy?

Be part of Horizons Academy, a brand new, state of the art special school opening in January 2026 in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire. The purpose-built academy will meet the needs of children and young people from key stage 2 to 5 with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), along with autism spectrum conditions (ASC). The academy will accommodate 160 pupils aged 7 to 19.

Purpose of the post

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of the leadership team and teaching staff to lead individuals/groups of students in or out of the classroom including supervision of whole classes during short term absence of teachers or during PPA time.

Key Tasks

Supervising the students with work left in accordance with the academy policy.


Assisting in preparing the learning environment and the materials used therein.


Responding to students about the work which has been set.


Collecting any work completed after the lesson and returning it to an agreed person / place.


Leaving the room in good order at the end of the lesson.


Dealing with any immediate problems or emergencies according to academy's policies and procedures.


Supporting faculties / groups of staff in preparation of materials and resources as appropriate.


Working with individuals and groups in or out of the classroom on an agreed work programme.


Supporting a tutor group as a co-tutor, mentoring students as required.


Recording and reporting attendance at lessons in accordance with academy policy.


Should you have any initial questions please email office@horizons-ac.org.uk Shortlisted candidates will be invited to visit one of our other Special Schools.

www.horizonsacademy-ac.org.uk

Horizons Academy, Ravensdale Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 2DP

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Our employee benefits

At Diverse Academies, you'll find yourself in a vibrant, inclusive and supportive environment, where everyone can grow, progress and achieve a fulfilling career. We offer a fantastic range of rewards and benefits, challenging and interesting work, and opportunities to achieve your potential.

In return you will benefit from:

Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 21.8%


Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities covering technical, leadership and coaching skills via the trust's Diverse Association for Professional Learning


Employee Assistance Programme


GP helpline


Health and wellbeing advice and support


Eyecare vouchers


Salary sacrifice schemes - electric car scheme, cycle to work, home and electronics.


We offer a tax-efficient car salary sacrifice scheme for no deposit and can include car maintenance, servicing and breakdown cover for full peace of mind.


Lifestyle savings - discounts and offers on gym memberships, holidays, days out, shopping, restaurants, etc


Health cash plan (personal or family) - where you pay monthly and can claim money back on private treatments such as dental, optical and therapies (e.g. physiotherapy, osteopathy etc)


Childcare - breakfast and after school provision


Take a look at our rewards and benefits online

Applications

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate/s.

Closing date:

Sunday 5th October 2025

Start date: January 2026

If you have any initial questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please email office@horizons-ac.org.uk

About Diverse Academies Trust

Diverse Academies is a multi-academy trust with a vision to inspire, to raise aspirations and to create brighter tomorrows. Across primary, secondary and special settings, we share a common mission to nurture curiosity, develop wellbeing and empower children and young people to go beyond their aspirations. Together, we believe we can make a difference in our diverse communities, and in the lives of those who learn with us and work with us.

We empower.

We respect.

We care.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care. We expect everybody volunteering for the organisation to share this commitment. Any offer will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances. View our safeguarding and child protection policy.