Cover Supervisor

Blackdown Education Partnership; Cullompton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Cullompton is seeking a Cover Supervisor to manage classes during teacher absences. The successful candidate will support students in learning activities and ensure a positive educational environment. The role requires strong communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding. Ideal for ECT (NQT) graduates looking to make a difference in a caring community school. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to student progress and join a dedicated team.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate ability to supervise classes in teacher absence.
• Fluency in spoken English required.
• Commitment to safeguarding children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during short-term teacher absences.
• Assist students with set activities.
• Promote learning and achievement in a supportive environment.

Skills

Ability to work under supervision

Strong communication skills

Passion for student achievement

Education

ECT (NQT) Graduates

Job description

## Cover Supervisor### We are searching for the best education professionals* Cover SupervisorNEWFast Apply# Cover SupervisorEmployerLocation: Cullompton, DevonContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeSalary: NJC Grade D Point 7 – 12Posted: 8th December 2025Start Date: 2nd February 2026Expires: 5th January 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: 2nd February 2026Job ID: 1523267Suitable for: ECT (NQT) GraduatesStart Date: 2nd February 2026* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Suitable for: ECT (NQT) Graduates* Job ID: 1523267* Share :We seek to appoint a highly motivated, outstanding practitioner to work as a Cover Supervisor. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to work under the guidance of teachers/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision. To supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers, respond to questions and generally assist students in undertaking set activities when fulfilling this supervisory role. This is a significant opportunity to work as part of a very successful team as part of our mission to promote student progress and deliver high expectations for all.We are offering the opportunity to:Be part of an excellent school at the heart of its community;Make a real difference to the learning and achievement of young people;Benefit from a wonderful, inclusive environment in which to express your passion and makeyour mark;Work with a committed Governing Body.We aim to attract the best educators to Cullompton Community College and are committed to supporting the continuing development of their skills and learning.Cullompton Community College is a caring, welcoming and high achieving community school of approximately 755 students aged 11-16. We aim to build up the self-belief and confidence of all students in order to fulfil their potential. No pupil is left behind at Cullompton Community College - we are a truly comprehensive school which reflects the community it serves.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS disclosure is required for this post as is the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. Please refer to our website for our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.As part of our due diligence process when shortlisting, we may carry out an online search of publicly available material to identify any incidents or issues which we might want to explore with the applicant at interview. We also reserve the right to interview prospective candidates at any point and to close the advert early.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 under the Exceptions Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). This means that both spent and unspent convictions and cautions may need to be disclosed. However, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ under filtering rules and do not need to be disclosed. Guidance on what should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974Blackdown Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexuality or religion.The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). As part of our due diligence process when shortlisting, we may carry out an online search of publicly available material to identify any incidents or issues which we might want to explore with the applicant at interview.**References:** References will be taken up on short-listed candidates that will include questions about past disciplinary actions or allegations in relation to behaviour with children, previous employers may be approached for information to verify particular experiences or qualifications before interview.**Data Protection Act:** Information held by Blackdown Education Partnership complies with and is stored in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. If your application is successful, the information you have provided in the ‘Personal Details’ section will be used for payroll purposes and may be disclosed to the Inland Revenue. It will be disclosed within the school for security and administration.**BEP Privacy Statement–Recruitment:** Please see our website for further information.### Cullompton Community College