Cover Supervisor
West Somerset College · Minehead, South West
Cover Supervisor at West Somerset College, based in Minehead, South West. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Minehead, South West
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Closes
- 13 Aug 2026
- Sector
- Cover Supervisor
Reference a7f4489096e00a1546af8dc3331bc82bc5e10c73
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absences, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment.
- Deliver pre-set lesson instructions and maintain pupil engagement and behaviour.
- Respond to general student queries and provide feedback to teaching staff.
- Support with exam invigilation and accompany students on educational visits.
- Provide administrative and pastoral support when not supervising lessons.
- Maintain accurate attendance records and manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
- Assist with classroom displays and curriculum-related admin tasks.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Confident in managing classroom behaviour and supporting a range of learning needs.
- A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Flexible, proactive, and a team player.
- Has GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
- Has strong ICT and numeracy skills.
- Able to build positive relationships with students and staff.
Reference: a7f4489096e00a1546af8dc3331bc82bc5e10c73 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 13 Aug 2026 · Listed via West Somerset College
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