Cover Manager


Company:	Copleston High School
Salary:	£27,915 - £31,140
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Ipswich, IP4 5HD
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	20 Jul 2026
Closing date:	12 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and professional Cover Manager (non-teaching role) to play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our school. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys coordinating people, systems and resources to support high-quality teaching and learning.

As Cover Manager, you will lead the management of staff absence and the deployment of cover across the school, ensuring that lessons are appropriately staffed and that disruption to students learning is minimised. Working closely with the Vice Principal, Senior Leadership Team, Heads of Department and support staff, you will oversee the cover team, coordinate daily cover arrangements, maintain accurate records and contribute to the efficient use of the school’s cover budget.

The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong organisational and problem-solving skills, able to respond calmly and effectively to changing priorities and unexpected situations. Experience of line management, administration and working with data management systems is essential, while experience within an educational setting would be advantageous.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the life of a busy secondary school. You will support and develop cover staff, help to improve systems and processes and work collaboratively with colleagues across the school to ensure operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, confident working under pressure and committed to supporting a positive learning environment for students, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Join us and become part of a dedicated team committed to achieving the highest standards for our students and staff.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Alison Ross (Vice Principal) at aross@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk

If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place.

CLOSING DATE: 12th August 2026

INTERVIEW DATE: W/C 17th August 2026

Application forms and Job Description/Person Specification are available from the school website: Copleston High School or by calling the HR Team on 01473 277250.

Please return your completed application form to applications@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk

As an employee of Oxlip Learning Partnership (the Trust), you are automatically enrolled into membership of either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or for support staff, the Local Government Pension Scheme, competitive salary, free parking on school grounds, flexible working opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential wellbeing support and extensive training and development opportunities to help you grow your career. Above all, you'll join a welcoming and supportive team of colleagues who are passionate about delivering the best outcomes for our students.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications

Please note CVs are not accepted.

We value our staff and actively maintain a culture in which respect, empathy and honesty are the cornerstone of positive relationships throughout the Trust.

The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. Child protection training will also need to be undertaken.

Additional Information:

For additional information about the Trust and this school, please visit our website www.copleston.suffolk.sch.uk

Oxlip Learning Partnership promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all sections of society. We are always keen to hear from talented professionals, at all stages of their career, who believe they can support us in achieving our vision.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment’.

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