Job Description

The Bay Learning Trust is seeking to appoint a Cover Supervisor at Morecambe Bay Academy. The role is pivotal in supporting all pupils within our school fulfil their potential.

The successful candidate will be able to build a good rapport with pupils in a short space of time, remain calm and confident when engaging with pupils in unfamiliar surroundings and adapt their teaching to deliver a wide range of subjects. The successful candidate will readily adapt to our school systems and policies to support the learning of our pupils and maintain our high expectations..

Responsible to:

Deputy Headteacher

Location:

Morecambe Bay Academy

Grade & Range:

Grade 6 SCP 11 - 19

Salary Range:

28,142 - 32,061

Actual Salary:

20,902 - 23,813 term-time only

Hours:

32.5 hours

Hours worked:

8.30 - 3.30 30-minute unpaid lunch break

Start Date:

TBC

Closing Date:

9am Monday 10 November 2025

Interview date:

W/C 17 November 2025

Purpose of role:

The Cover Supervisor's main role is to assist in the preparation of the daily cover and then provide continuity of education for pupils through supervision of whole classes, small groups or individuals to cover periods affected by authorised or unexpected absence.

Key accountabilities (and specific duties / responsibilities):

To supervise pupils undertaking work that has been set in accordance with the Academy's policy To liaise with teaching staff and Heads of Departments to ensure that appropriate cover work has been set for periods of absence To prepare the learning environment before lessons and ensure the classroom and equipment are left in good order at the end of a lesson To communicate work set by the teacher to the pupils and respond to any questions from them about process and procedures To collect completed work after the lesson and return it to the appropriate teacher To monitor and evaluate pupils' responses to learning activities through observation, recording of achievement and providing feedback/reports as required To support pupils by responding to their individual needs and promote the inclusion of all pupils in the classroom To use ICT effectively to support learning activities and develop pupil's competence and independence in its use To manage the behaviour of pupils as per our policy, to ensure a constructive environment and record behaviour incidents within the academy's designated software To report back using the school's agreed referral process on the behaviour of pupils during class and issues arising To record and report attendance at lessons in accordance with Academy policy To act consistently within the school`s wider rewards and sanctions policies Collect all work done during the lesson, retaining it until it can be passed on to the class teacher, via the agreed route, upon their return. Also collect in/stock-check and return all equipment and apparatus to their correct location To act in the capacity of form tutor where necessary To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to Child Protection, Health and Safety, Confidentiality and Data Protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person To participate in school activities and staff meetings when appropriate To undertake associated duties as required including lunch and break duty and after school and on trips To take part in the school's Performance Management process To take part in continuing professional development To actively contribute to the development of good quality provision across the Academy To support the pastoral team with administrative duties and where necessary
The post holder may be required to carry out a variety of tasks in addition to the responsibilities listed above.

The successful applicant will be expected to demonstrate a high level of professionalism and confidentiality at all times, be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. They will be proficient at problem-solving and ideally have experience of developing their skills in a working environment

Person Specification

Personal attributes required (based on job description)

Recognised and relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent.

Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy GCSE C or above Maths & English

Experience of working with children

Experience of working in a classroom environment

Experience of Administrative work

Experience of supporting pupils with challenging behaviour

Ability to deliver structured programmes to groups of students

Ability to relate well to children

Ability to work as part of a team

Good communication skills

Knowledge of classroom roles and responsibilities

Ability to deliver structured programmes to groups of students

Ability to relate well to children

Ability to work as part of a team

Good communication skills

Able to work effectively and sensitively with a wide range of people

Committed & hard working

Flexible and responsive to change

Commitment to Equality & Diversity

Highly self-motivated and proactive

Ability to work well within a team and follow instructions

Highly organized with an energy, drive and flexibility.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 28,142.00-32,061.00 per year

Experience:

Teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

QTS (preferred)
Work Location: In person