Cover Supervisor

Bristol Free School, Bristol, Bristol, BS10 6NJ

9 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  28 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  19 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time, full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £27,166.00 - £29,177.00 Annually (Actual) NJC 19-23; £31,067-£33,366

Cover Supervisor job summary

We are excited to be advertising for a Cover Supervisor to support to students, supervising whole classes during the absence of teachers. We are looking for an inspirational and motivated individual who is committed to ‘Bringing out the Best’ in every student and working in an environment where young people of all backgrounds are supported and encouraged to succeed.

Do you enjoy working with students from diverse backgrounds? Are you looking to become part of a supportive and inclusive team? At BFS we have a team of dedicated people who are all working together to support our students. Our school is a vibrant community and a highly rewarding place to work and we would be delighted to hear from you.

The role is full-time, term time only (37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year). The working pattern is 8am - 4:20pm Monday - Thursday and 8am - 3:15pm on Fridays

BFS is part of Russell Education Trust, a multi academy trust comprising of 1 primary and 5 secondary schools spread across South England, facilitating best practice and shared practice across the schools, blended with local partnership working. We are looking for someone who is committed to our school values of community, ambition and opportunity for all. BFS is an inclusive environment where support staff are highly valued and integral to our school community. Support staff at BFS always have young people’s best interests at heart. Central to our ethos are the positive relationships and personalised approach which we take with all our students. As a member of the BFS support staff team, you will be encouraged to be pro-active, take the initiative and look for ways in which you can better serve students through your role.

We offer flexible and family friendly policies, free flu jab, car parking, employee assistance programme, local government pension scheme, career development & continuous professional development opportunities.

Please see the attached recruitment pack for further information.

BFS celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

The postholder will be required to undergo criminal, teacher status, qualification, medical and reference checks as part of the recruitment process and must be willing to participate in further training as the job requires. All staff are expected to take responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students at the School.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are completely committed to safeguarding the welfare of our students. Those who work for us are expected to share this commitment, which will be fully tested as part of the selection process. Our policies, procedures and practices reflect our commitment to equality and diversity. Individuals will be selected for appointment based purely on their suitability for the post.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Bristol Free School

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1292 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Bristol Free School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bristol-free-school

Bristol Free School is a successful and heavily oversubscribed secondary school with a thriving Sixth Form serving the community of North West Bristol. We are a caring school with a highly qualified and committed staff, who recognise the importance of creative and challenging teaching alongside high professional standards. All staff and students are greatly valued and emphasis on student and staff wellbeing is central to our culture.

At Bristol Free School, we are committed to the young people in our care to encourage and inspire every child to fulfil their potential. We provide our students with the necessary skills to achieve academic and personal growth so they truly thrive, both socially and emotionally.

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