Cover Supervisor Opportunity – Scholarly Secondary School in Oxford

A scholarly secondary school in Oxford is seeking an adaptable, articulate Cover Supervisor to join its operational support team for an immediate (ASAP) start. Job Overview Cover Supervisors play a vital role in maintaining continuous learning across the school during short-term teacher absences. The successful applicant will deliver pre-planned work to classes across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, manage student behavior, ensure a safe, productive learning environment, and record attendance accurately. Working closely with department heads and the cover coordinator, you will oversee a diverse range of subjects throughout the school day, supporting student engagement without requiring active lesson planning or marking. This is a full-time, ongoing or permanent position. Key Responsibilities Deliver pre-set learning activities and instructions provided by absent teaching staff across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 Maintain high standards of classroom behavior, enforcing the school's positive behavior framework and safety policies Collect completed student work at the end of each session and return it to the appropriate subject department Record daily class attendance accurately on school management information systems (SIMS/Arbor) Respond to student inquiries, offer guidance on set tasks, and encourage independent working habits Fulfill general operational duties when not covering classes, such as exam invigilation or break supervision Role Overview & Specifications Start Date: Immediate (ASAP) Contract Type: Full-time, long-term or permanent (Term-Time Only) Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary / Pay Rate: Grade 4–5 equivalent Key Systems: SIMS / Arbor Candidate Requirements Honors degree or equivalent higher education qualification (desirable for aspiring teachers) Experience working with young people in secondary schools, youth work, sports coaching, or community settings Confident, authoritative, and warm approach to behavior management and group direction Strong verbal communication skills, adaptability, and resilience in dynamic environments An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Cover Supervisor position in Oxford for an immediate start.