Cover Supervisor

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking academy in Leeds is looking for a Cover Supervisor to enhance student learning by collaborating with teaching staff. The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching environments and must possess 5 GCSEs including English and Maths. This is a unique opportunity for those considering a teaching career, with full training and pathways for CPD. The academy offers strong support systems and staff benefits, making it an excellent choice for professional growth.

Benefits

Access to the West Yorkshire Pension fund

Health scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Career progression opportunities

Excellent CPD package

Qualifications

• Must hold at least 5 GCSEs including English and Maths.
• Experience in teaching or relevant learning environments is essential.
• Experience with student assessment and progress monitoring is required.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to enhance student development.
• Cover classes and support student learning across subjects.
• Participate in training and CPD to improve personal skills.

Skills

Teaching experience

Experience assessing student progress

Strong communication skills

Education

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at C or better, including English and Maths

Job description

Scale 5 (Points 12-17) Actual salary £24,895 - £27,005

Job title and organisation: Cover Supervisor - Trinity Academy Leeds
Salary: Scale 5 (Points 12-17) Actual salary £24,895 - £27,005
Hours: 37
Contract: Term Time Only (plus 8 days)
Location: Trinity Academy Leeds
Closing Date and Time: Friday 2 January 2026 at 8 AM

Trinity Academy Leeds is a brand-new secondary school situated in the east of the city. TAL is a school that sets the highest of standards for student behaviour and achievement in addition to championing its staff and supporting them to develop and grow. We are now in our fourth year and have already proved to be a popular choice for local families. Joining TAL is joining a professional community of passionate and collaborative individuals who share a strong vision to support disadvantaged students and all young people to thrive.

We are now seeking a Cover Supervisor to work collaboratively with teaching staff and other support staff to enhance the development and education of students. This role would suit a highly motivated, positive, and flexible individual who is considering a teaching career in the future. You may already be employed as a Cover Supervisor or be a qualified teacher looking for further experience in schools or you may be seeking a new challenge with a willingness to learn new skills.

We would provide you with full training and the opportunity to take relevant CPD courses. As a growing school, there are valuable opportunities for development and promotion in the future. We strongly advise you to come for a tour of our school and to meet the team!

What can we offer you?

• Full support from a dedicated team of senior leaders and a large pastoral team
• A first class behaviour for learning system
• Excellent teaching resources
• Career progression and cross-trust working
• An excellent CPD package for all staff
• A range of staff benefits including access to the West Yorkshire Pension fund, health scheme and cycle to work scheme

What are we looking for?

• 5 or more GCSE’s (or equivalent) at C or better, including English and Maths
• experience of teaching or relevant learning environments, covering groups or whole classes (students 11-16)
• experience of assessing student progress and contributing to assessment processes

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 ambitious forward-thinking Academy Trust that sets the standards for our family of schools and academies.

For more information on the academy and this role, and to download an application pack, please visit our website Jobs - TrinityMAT

Trinity Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer and want our staff profile to reflect the community we serve.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.