Cover Supervisor
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,403 to £26,824 (Pro-Rata) £20,623 - £20,952 (Actual Salary) |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Chichester, PO20 9EH |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 26 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Job Advert
The Role of the Cover Supervisor
To supervise classes in the absence of the timetabled teacher so that pupils can continue to receive teaching and learning to the
standards of The Academy, Selsey. When not required to cover lessons you will be expected to provide dedicated administrative
support for specific departments, TA and invigilate for exams.
About The Kemnal Academies Trust
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), one of the largest and most established multi-academy trusts in the country. As part of The
Kemnal Academies Trust, colleagues benefit from access to a wide network of professional support, collaboration, and development
opportunities across a family of schools committed to excellence in education. The Trust is dedicated to investing in its people,
providing high-quality training, career progression opportunities, and a strong culture of teamwork and innovation. Joining The
Kemnal Academies Trust means becoming part of a forward-thinking organisation that values inclusion, ambition, and continuous
improvement, where staff are empowered to make a real difference to the lives of young people.
About The Academy Selsey:
The Academy Selsey is a welcoming and ambitious 11–16 secondary school at the heart of the Selsey community, serving families
across the Manhood Peninsula and the wider Chichester area. As part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), the school combines a
strong community ethos with the advantages of a wider network of collaboration and support. Operating as a close-knit, inclusive,
and supportive environment, it is a place where young people are inspired to live out our motto of "Pride in Excellence" and are
encouraged to achieve their full potential. The school is committed to delivering a high-quality education through a broad and
engaging curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4, supported by modern, purpose-built facilities and dedicated colleagues
Key Duties and Responsibilities of the Cover Supervisor:
* To provide classroom cover for absent teachers as requested by allocation from the Cover Coordinator
* To manage and supervise classes of students and to present the work set by the absent teacher in order to enable students to
continue to learn effectively
* To maintain good discipline of classes in your care and to implement the school’s Behaviour Policy where necessary
* To provide objective and accurate feedback to the returning teacher on the conduct of the lesson and to keep appropriate
records as necessary
* To undertake Break Duties up to a maximum of 2 duties a week
* To take Tutor Groups in the absence of their Tutor and to attend assemblies and facilitate other tutor-based activities where
appropriate
* Where classroom cover is not required to undertake activities at the direction of the Headteacher or other designated member of
staff
* To undertake the invigilation of examinations where necessary
* To promote and safeguard the welfare of students. Feeding back to appropriate colleagues any concerns regarding students.
What We’re Looking For:
* An ability to communicate effectively with younger people, as well as deal with their basic emotional and practical needs;
* Having some knowledge or training in child development and learning;
* Being enthusiastic, dedicated and helpful;
* Experience in classroom management in the absence of a teacher
* Proficient use of ICT
As part of Kemnal Academies Trust, our colleagues enjoy:
* Access to a wide range of resources, training, and best practice across the Trust
* Supportive, forward-thinking leadership with a focus on continuous improvement
* Generous Pension Scheme: Significant employer contributions to support your long-term financial wellbeing
* Wellbeing Support: Access to a wellbeing app and an expert-led Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme
* Family Friendly Leave: Policies designed to support work-life balance and caring responsibilities
* Tailored CPD: Ongoing professional development to support your teaching practice and career progression
To find out more, visit our website here [https://www.selsey-tkat.org/] or contact the school office on 01243 602558
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or
office@tas-tkat.org [office@tas-tkat.org]
Our Commitment
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
We recognise the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. We promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging
At Kemnal, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value
individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage
applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at Kemnal - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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