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Cover Supervisor

Advert closes on 04 Jan 2026

Job ID:

7380

The pro-rata salary is £9,999-£14,999 and full time equivalent starting salary is £29,064, Grade 5.

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Manchester Enterprise Academy, Simonsway, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M22 9RH

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Part Time
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Good numeracy and literacy skills (at a level equivalent to NVQ Level 2)
Start Date: 9th February 2026
Salary: £29,064 - £32,061 per annum

We currently have an exciting opportunity for part time Cover Supervisors to join our fantastic team at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) in Wythenshawe

We are seeking a confident, adaptable and proactive individual who enjoys working with young people and is committed to supporting their learning.

The successful candidate will be able to manage classroom behaviour effectively, deliver pre-prepared lessons, and provide feedback on student progress.

Experience in a school setting is desirable, but not essential, we welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds who are passionate about education and making a difference.

About the Candidate

Key responsibilities will include:

Supervise whole classes during teacher absence, delivering pre-set work.
Maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
Provide feedback on student progress and behaviour.
Support curriculum areas and contribute to resource development.
Assist with classroom displays and general teaching support.
Undertake break and lunchtime duties as part of the school rota.
Accompany students on educational visits and trips.
Support other areas of the school when cover demand is low.

Essential qualifications & experience:

Good literacy and numeracy skills (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or higher)
Experience working with or caring for children or young people
Understanding of the national curriculum and basic learning strategies
A calm, adaptable and positive approach to managing student behaviour

About Us

As Cover Supervisor you will complement the professional work of teachers by delivering agreed learning activities to whole classes during short-term staff absences.

You will ensure continuity of learning, manage classroom behaviour, and support students in overcoming barriers to learning.

To apply for this job role, please click the following link: https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/propserecareers/Job/JobDetail?Jobid=1060&source=MCC

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We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

At Prospere Learning Trust we are committed to creating a community of belonging. This means we continually celebrate the diverse communities within our schools and the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

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