Cover Supervisor

About the role

Lift Kingswood is looking for a Cover Supervisor to step into classrooms and keep learning on track when teachers are absent. You will create a calm space, support students across all subjects, and help them stay focused. This role is ideal for individuals considering a future career in teaching, education, or youth work, or for those with strong classroom management skills who enjoy working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑prepared lessons to classes across the school in the absence of the teacher.
• Ensure students remain on task and follow the school's behaviour expectations.
• Manage the classroom environment to support positive behaviour and effective learning.
• Provide feedback to the relevant teacher about lesson progress, behaviour, or issues arising.
• Supervise students during non‑class time when required (e.g., registration, breaks, exams).
• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain the safety and wellbeing of all students.
• Assist with administrative tasks or learning support activities when cover is not required.

Requirements

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade 4 or above.
• Additional qualifications such as A‑levels or a degree are desirable.
• Experience working with young people in a school or youth setting is a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to young people.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and deliver instructions clearly.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Reliability, punctuality, and initiative.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
• UK right to work.

About our school

Lift Kingswood is a nationally recognised beacon of excellence and one of the region's highest‑performing academies. The school consistently delivers student results well above the national average and is rated Outstanding by Ofsted for leadership, behaviour, and personal development. We have a strong track record for internal promotion, developing future leaders and offering dynamic career progression.

How we support you

We invest in our staff through high‑quality professional development, clear career progression pathways, wellbeing support, and opportunities to connect and collaborate across the Lift Schools network. Our aim is to ensure you feel supported, valued, and able to grow throughout your career.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact the PA to the Principal at cweightman@liftkingswood.org.

Lift Schools comprises 62 primary, secondary, and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives, and we strive to help every child achieve their full potential.