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Cover Supervisor

Job Introduction

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Queen Elizabeth’s High School for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our vibrant and supportive school community where you will be well placed to make a real difference to students’ learning while developing your own professional skills.

We are seeking a skilled and inspirational Cover Supervisor to:

Maintain a safe, positive, and structured learning environment for students in the absence of their teacher
Ensure that learning continues effectively, following instructions left by the class teacher
Provide support to the school in exams, administrative tasks, and other administrative duties

What we are looking for.

The ideal candidate will have:
Strong classroom management skills with the ability to motivate and engage students
Confidence and flexibility to adapt to different classes and situations
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A good standard of education and professionalism in all aspects of their work

Why join us?

Be part of a friendly, collaborative, and inspiring school environment
Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to enhance your skills and career
Support to develop professionally within education, including potential pathways into teaching
Make a meaningful impact on students’ learning and to wider school life


If you are passionate about working with young people and eager to grow professionally in a rewarding and varied role, we would very much like to hear from you.

The salary scale for this post is GLEA Grade 4 and equates to £25,989 - £27,254 per annum (pro rata)
The actual salary for this role is £19,491 - £20,713 per annum
The successful candidate will work 32.5 hours per week/39 weeks per year

Closing Date: 08.00am on Monday 10 November 2025
Interviews: To be held w/c 17 November 2025


Queen Elizabeth’s High School is entirely committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all of its students. Each student’s welfare is of paramount importance. Successful candidates are therefore required to reveal information concerning all convictions and offers of employment will be subject to an enhanced background check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
The school reserves the right to end the recruitment process early in response to applications received.


Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.


The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.

All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.

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