Cover Supervisor Opportunity – Scholarly Secondary School in Oxford

A scholarly secondary school in Oxford is seeking an adaptable articulate Cover Supervisor to join its operational support team for an immediate (ASAP) start.

Job Overview

Cover Supervisors play a vital role in maintaining continuous learning across the school during short-term teacher absences. The successful applicant will deliver pre-planned work to classes across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 manage student behavior ensure a safe productive learning environment and record attendance accurately.

Working closely with department heads and the cover coordinator you will oversee a diverse range of subjects throughout the school day supporting student engagement without requiring active lesson planning or marking. This is a full-time ongoing or permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set learning activities and instructions provided by absent teaching staff across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

• Maintain high standards of classroom behavior enforcing the schools positive behavior framework and safety policies

• Collect completed student work at the end of each session and return it to the appropriate subject department

• Record daily class attendance accurately on school management information systems (SIMS/Arbor)

• Respond to student inquiries offer guidance on set tasks and encourage independent working habits

• Fulfill general operational duties when not covering classes such as exam invigilation or break supervision

Role Overview & Specifications

• Start Date: Immediate (ASAP)

• Contract Type: Full-time long-term or permanent (Term-Time Only)

• Location: Oxford Oxfordshire

• Salary / Pay Rate: Grade 45 equivalent

• Key Systems: SIMS / Arbor

Candidate Requirements

• Honors degree or equivalent higher education qualification (desirable for aspiring teachers)

• Experience working with young people in secondary schools youth work sports coaching or community settings

• Confident authoritative and warm approach to behavior management and group direction

• Strong verbal communication skills adaptability and resilience in dynamic environments

• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Cover Supervisor position in Oxford for an immediate start.