Cover Supervisor

Are you enthusiastic about education and interested in exploring a career in teaching?

Sir John Nelthorpe School is seeking to appoint a committed and proactive Cover Supervisor to join our successful and supportive team. This is an ideal opportunity for a confident, organised individual who enjoys working with young people and is looking to gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting.

Key Responsibilities:
Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials in the absence of teaching staff
Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
Supporting pupils with their learning and encouraging high expectations
Collaborating with teaching staff and the wider school team to ensure continuity of learning

We are looking for someone who:
Is passionate about working with young people
Has strong interpersonal and communication skills
Can manage a classroom effectively and confidently
Is flexible, reliable, and professional
Is keen to develop their skills and potentially explore a route into teaching

Why join Sir John Nelthorpe School?
A friendly, historic and high-achieving school with a strong sense of community
Excellent CPD opportunities tailored to personal and professional development
A supportive and experienced staff team
A role that offers real insight into the teaching profession – ideal for aspiring teachers

This is a rewarding and varied role within a busy and vibrant school environment. Previous experience in a school setting or working
with young people is desirable but not essential – full training and induction will be provided.

Closing Date for Applications: 9am on Monday 28th September 2026

For further information and to request an application pack, please visit our website www.sirjohnnelthorpe.co.uk

Please see the attached job description and employee specification which you should refer to when completing your application to demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you would like to discuss the role further or visit the school before applying please contact Mrs R Peck, Deputy Headteacher at the school on [phone removed] or email [email removed]

Sir John Nelthorpe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
We look forward to receiving your application.

SIR JOHN NELTHORPE SCHOOL
RESPECT - RESILIENCE - INTEGRITY

Attachments

• Candidate Letter
• Job Description and Employee Specification
• Recruitment Information
• September 2026 Term Time Calculator