Job Description

We wish to recruit a Cover Supervisor to supervise classes across the National Curriculum during the short term absence of the usual class teacher. The successful candidate will also play a key role in attendance management, pastoral support, examination processes and provide general support for the administration team.


The role of Cover Supervisor demands flexibility and initiative and this is an ideal opportunity for candidates to demonstrate their organisation skills, flexibility and confidence in dealing with a classroom situation. You must be fully committed to optimising the opportunities that are available to children and young people, secure in the knowledge that you will be joining an innovative and forward thinking school.


What we offer our staff


Our staff are our most important asset and their well-being is of utmost importance to us. All our staff, at every stage of their careers, have access to expert support and training. We offer:


Flexible working opportunities Supportive Leadership Team 'TLC' sessions investing in personal development for all colleagues Access to formal qualifications for career progression, e.g. NPQs, apprenticeships Teachers' Pension/Local government pension schemes and recognised continuous service Free flu vaccine Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers Staff 'Golden Ticket' leave of absence scheme Staff get together at the end of term 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering advice to you and your family around legal, financial, health as well as free counselling Cycle to Work scheme



About Cowley International College


Cowley is a high school and Sixth Form College with approximately 1500 students of which 250 are in the Sixth Form.




Cowley is steeped in history and is one of the oldest schools in St Helens, if not the oldest having been founded in 1716.




Cowley is a warm, caring and vibrant community and an exciting place to work - there is always something happening here in our college, whether that be dance shows, sporting events, clubs or special guest talks. When we say to our new students that 'there is something for everyone' in terms of extra-curricular, we really mean it! Our extracurricular timetable covers two sides of A4 and whether a students' interest be chess, reading, science or sport, we will likely have a club for them to join.




Cowley was graded as 'Good' by Ofsted in November 2021.


The report states, 'Pupils, including students in the sixth form, said that Cowley international College is a special place to learn' and 'Pupils described their school as a welcoming and friendly community where 'people smile at one another'.


So, If you would like to join the Cowley family and you feel you have the passion, drive and aspiration to ensure that all learners achieve their potential, please go to the job vacancies section of St Helens Council website https://sthjobs.azurewebsites.net/ and apply online. Alternatively, please apply via TES Teaching Jobs & Education Jobs - Tes Jobs To arrange a time to visit Cowley International College, contact Karen Joinson, PA to the Principal on 01744 678030 or jobapps@cowleysthelens.org.uk




Cowley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Certificate.




Contract: Permanent - Term time + 2 days


Closing date: 12 noon, 3 June 2025


Start date: September 2025


Interviews: To be confirmed


This role does not offer sponsorship.
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