Cover Manager

Job Advert: Cover Manager
Location: Northampton

Are you an organised, proactive and inspiring individual looking to make a real impact in education? We are seeking a Cover Manager to join our dedicated and passionate team at a high-performing secondary academy within a multi-academy trust. 

If you are ambitious, creative and committed to helping young people succeed, this could be your next career opportunity.

About the Role

As our Cover Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school by managing and coordinating cover arrangements for absent staff. You will:

• Plan, organise and manage daily and long-term cover needs.

• Deploy staff effectively to maintain excellent standards of teaching and learning.

• Train, lead and support cover supervisors to deliver high-quality lessons that uphold our school’s culture and expectations.

• Lead learning directly in the classroom when required, maintaining a purposeful and engaging environment for students.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the best possible provision for all learners.

This is a permanent position, working 37 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year).

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.

• Communicates effectively and builds strong working relationships.

• Demonstrates initiative, leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Shares our vision for providing an ambitious, broad and knowledge-rich education.

Why Join Us?

As part of the Trust, you’ll be joining a network of schools that believe in academic excellence, enrichment and opportunity for every child. You’ll experience — a culture of high expectations, collaboration and professional growth.

Our students benefit from a rich curriculum and a wealth of experiences across academics, arts, sport and leadership — and we want you to help continue that tradition of excellence.

How to Apply:
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and play a key role in a thriving and ambitious academy, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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