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Cover Manager
Job Description
Copleston High School
Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 5HD
Salary: £27,915 - £31,140 pro rata
Hours: 37 hours a week, 39 weeks a year
Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
Reference: 5268
1927 students (includes 328 in the Sixth Form).
Copleston High School is a popular 11-18 mixed comprehensive noted for its caring and disciplined atmosphere.
It was judged as a ‘good school’ by Ofsted in December 2023. As a school we are committed to raising standards of learning and teaching within all subject areas. Applicants will be impressed by the behaviour, ethos and outcomes of students across the school.
We are seeking an organised, proactive and highly effective Cover Manager to lead the day-to-day management of staff absence and classroom cover arrangements across the school. This is a key role within our support staff team, ensuring that learning continues smoothly and efficiently when teaching staff are absent. You will coordinate and deploy cover staff, manage staff absence records, work closely with senior leaders and heads of department, and support the effective operation of the school's cover budget. You will also line manage and support the development of the cover team, helping to maintain high standards of service and professionalism.
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We are looking for a confident and resilient individual with excellent organisational, communication and time-management skills. You will have experience of managing people, working to tight deadlines, using IT systems effectively and maintaining accurate records. Previous experience in an educational setting and knowledge of school management systems such as Arbor would be advantageous.
This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can respond calmly to changing priorities, and enjoys building positive working relationships with colleagues across the school. You will be required to start work at 7am Monday to Friday.
To find out more
- Please Read The Job Description (word)
- For an informal discussion about the role please email Alison Ross (Vice Principal) at aross@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk
- For additional information about the trust and this school, please visit our website
How To Apply
- Application forms are available from our website or by calling the HR Team on 01473 277250.
- Please email your completed application form to applications@copleston.suffolk.sch.uk
Closing date: 9 am, 16 July 2026.
Interview date: 24 July 2026.
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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.
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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