Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor - High-Performing Secondary Academy Location: Welling / South East London Area Contract Type: Long-Term Fixed Term Hours: Full-Time, Term-Time Only The Opportunity Are you a confident, resilient, and motivated individual looking to gain valuable experience in a secondary school environment? We are seeking a Cover Supervisor to join our vibrant and successful academy in the Welling area. This role is ideal for an aspiring teacher or a professional looking to work in a structured, high-achieving setting. As a Cover Supervisor, you will lead classrooms in the absence of regular teachers, ensuring that students remain focused, on-task, and engaged with their learning. Our academy is known for its high expectations, exceptional student behavior, and 'no excuses' culture, providing you with a stable and supportive environment to develop your skills. Why Join Us? You will be joining one of the UK's leading Multi-Academy Trusts, where professional standards and staff development are at the forefront of everything we do. Competitive Salary: Competitive Outer London pro-rata salary, including a specific academy allowance. Performance Rewards: Eligibility for annual performance and loyalty bonuses (paid in December). A Launchpad for Teaching: This role offers an excellent foundation for those considering a career in teaching, with potential pathways into our School Direct training programmes. Unrivalled Support: Access to a network of experts and high-quality CPD through our dedicated Teaching and Leadership Institute. Wellbeing Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare cash plan, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a generous pension scheme. What We Are Looking For We are looking for individuals who can command a classroom with presence and authority while remaining supportive of student needs. Educational Background: A degree is highly desirable; a minimum of Level 3 qualifications and strong GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) is essential. Confidence: The ability to manage a classroom of up to 30 students and implement the academy's behavior policy consistently. Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, departments, and school leadership. Adaptability: A flexible approach to covering various subjects across the secondary curriculum. Commitment: A dedication to the safeguarding and welfare of all young people. Key Responsibilities Supervise Learning: Lead classes across all subject areas, ensuring students complete the work set by the department. Maintain Standards: Uphold the academy's high expectations for conduct and foster a quiet, productive learning atmosphere. Departmental Support: When not covering classes, assist departments with administrative tasks, resource preparation, or small-group interventions. Student Support: Provide guidance to students to help them understand instructions and stay motivated throughout the lesson. Safeguarding: Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all pupils in line with academy policies. Take the first step toward a rewarding career in education within a top-tier London academy.