Cover Supervisor (Reduced Year, Fixed Term)


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leeds, LS3 1AA
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	12 Oct 2026
Closing date:	26 Oct 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

About the Role

Leeds City College are seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor with knowledge and experience of supporting learners with Maths &/or English GCSE. Our team of around 20 staff supports learners retaking their GCSE Maths and/or English GCSE whilst on a study programme in the School of Social Sciences, which includes Health,Science & Social Care, Education & Early Years & Public services.

In this role you will support students aged 16-19 & 19+ by delivering planned lessons, supervising classes and maintaining a positive learning environment. You will also assist teaching staff by preparing resources, supervising or supporting small groups & contributing to the smooth running of the department.

Quarry Hill Campus is a fantastic place for both study and work, with learners who thrive in an environment where staff promote high expectations and offer generous support.

Please note this is a fixed term, reduced year role (term time only, 36 weeks) until July 2027. However, there is potential for it to become a permanent role. The full-year salary for this reduced-year role is £27,408, with progression to £29,056. Salary will be pro rata depending on the start date.

What You Will Do

• Supervise classes using pre-set work and ensure students remain engaged and on task.

• Clarify instructions and provide academic support during cover sessions.

• Record attendance and provide feedback on student progress to relevant staff.

• Support a caseload of students, including monitoring progress and offering guidance.

• Work in partnership with curriculum teams to ensure consistency in delivery.

• Adapt to cover lessons across different course levels as required.

• Participate in additional duties such as invigilation, enrichment, or pastoral support.

• Maintain a safe and respectful learning environment and attend relevant internal meetings.

About You

• You must have knowledge and experience of supporting learners with Maths and/or English

• You will be confident, approachable, and passionate about supporting young people to achieve their best. With strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships, you will engage and motivate students aged 16–19 and 19+ in creating a supportive and respectful learning environment.

• You will have good classroom management skills and the ability to maintain a calm, purposeful atmosphere, even when faced with challenges.

• Your organisational skills, flexibility, and ability to use your initiative will allow you to adapt quickly to changing situations.

• Experience of working with young people in an educational setting is desirable, along with a good standard of computer literacy to support lesson delivery and communication.

• You will be committed to creating a positive, inclusive classroom experience, ensuring students feel supported, safe, and encouraged to develop both their academic and personal skills.

• Above all, you will be reliable, professional, and driven to make a positive difference in the lives of our students, contributing to their success and their future pathways.

What the college offers its staff

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

Annual leave:

• Curriculum and Management:44 days plus bank holidays

• Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension schemes with generous employer contributions:

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• People’s Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities:

• Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.

• Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives:

• Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting:

• Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes

Commitment to safeguarding

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for a job with us if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

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