Cover Supervisor

• The North School

• £27,188 - £28,929 FTE - SAT C

• £23,488 - £24,992 Pro Rata

• 37 hours per week, Term Time Only + 5 SDD (39 weeks)

• Start Date – June 2026

• Interview Date – w/c 18^th May 2026

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, positive and committed person to join our highly regarded student support team within the school.

The successful candidate will provide supervision of classes in the absence of the subject teacher. The job is not a teaching role but will require good classroom management skills as well as a confident personality, excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt quickly to a varied and constantly changing routine.

This job allows for a large amount of autonomy in the classroom and would suit a person looking for an exciting and rewarding job, possibly before embarking further in a career in teaching.

We are look for someone who:

• Relishes the challenge of working with young people.
• Has a good standard of basic education. Has an NVQ level 2 in relevant qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience of working with young people in a similar environment.
• The ability to take charge of a classroom and give clear instructions and guidance to students.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return we offer a supportive and rewarding working environment where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Debbie Fuller, Administration Officer for Recruitment and Trips and Visits, at Debbie.fuller@swale.at or 01233 614600.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to Debbie.fuller@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.