Wiltshire Council
Cover Supervisor
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Salary: Grade F9-F11
Hours of work: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Brunel College direct for further information.
A bit about us:
Brunel College is an independent alternative provision for students in Years 9, 10 & 11. The provision specialises in providing a nurturing environment for vulnerable students, students with SEND and behavioural needs by delivering lessons on a 1:1 and small group work basis, where the focus is on the well-being of our students.
Brunel College is a place where young people can learn through supportive interaction, experience and success. We aim to provide a safe environment for both young people and staff so that the emphasis can be placed upon growing, learning and fulfilling the potential that exists.
We are committed to improving the life chances of our young people by removing barriers to participation and achievement.
Our intention is to create and continually develop a secure, inspiring and responsive environment where each young person is supported holistically to enable them to take ownership of their lives, their learning and their decisions. Brunel College aims to ensure the education and care that children receive is tailored to meet their individual needs and is designed to give them the skills and resilience to improve their life chances.
We aim to support the progress of learners enabling them to gain both practical skills and qualifications for future pathways. The development of the learner’s personal integrity, self-respect and citizenship is central to all work. We aim to instil in each young person an understanding of their inherent value and the value of others and to enable them to go on to live in the world as resilient independent people.
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All about the role:
Are you a Cover Supervisor looking for a better work/life balance? Do you want to work somewhere where you can see the impact you are having? Then you should read on…
We are looking for a Cover Supervisor to support individual students and small groups of students. You will be required to supervise the learning of whole classes during the short term absence of the class teacher as they undertake work set by the teacher; to invigilate tests and examinations and to accompany staff and pupils on educational visits. When there is no staff absence you will be required to support the learning of our students and aid the smooth running of our school.
The preferred candidate will:
- Be able to demonstrate a passion about supporting the progress of our students
- Be able to establish strong relationships and have excellent interpersonal skills
Act as a role model in teaching through:
- Consistently outstanding personal practice
- Proactively seeking innovation in pedagogy through evidence-based practice
- Foster a climate of support, self-reflection and continuous improvement in other colleagues
- Deliver range of preplanned lessons to ensure student success
Find out more and apply:
If you have any queries about this role, please get in touch by calling Lisa Beavis, School Business Manager on 01722786138 or email lbeavis@brunelcollege.co.uk to arrange an informal conversation with our Headteacher. Tours of the school are recommended. More information about the school can be found on our website: https://www.brunelcollege.co.uk/
Alternatively, to apply online please download the application form [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/20844/Brunel-College-application-form/doc/Brunel_College_application_form.docx] and click the ‘apply now’ button below to upload your completed application form and covering letter online. Please note: CV's will not be considered.
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All staff will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow school policies and the staff code of conduct. Teaching staff are expected to fully meet Part 1 of the Teacher Standards. All staff working with young people, regardless of role, are expected to meet Part 2 of the Teacher Standards.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Closing date (and time): 28th July 2026 12:00pm
Interview date: TBC
Commencement date: September/October 2026
Application form [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/20844/Brunel-College-application-form/doc/Brunel_College_application_form.docx]
Job Specification [https://jobs.wiltshire.gov.uk/media/20845/SCH052-Cover-Supervisor/pdf/SCH052_-_Cover_Supervisor.pdf]
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.
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