Cover Supervisor
South Dartmoor Community College, Ashburton, Devon, TQ13 7EW24 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
5 October 2026 at 8am
Date listed
11 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £18,628.00 - £20,973.00 Annually (Actual) WeST Payscales Grade D, Scale 08-14 (£26,824 - £29,540 pro rata) pay award pending
Cover Supervisor job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Trust at South Dartmoor Community College, Ofsted inspected as ‘Good’ in all areas.
We are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor who shares our passion, vision and drive, and who is prepared to go the extra mile to support our students. You will join a committed and supportive staff team, playing a key role in maintaining continuity of learning during the short-medium term absence of teaching staff.
The role involves supervising classes in our dedicated cover room, delivering a carefully curated cover curriculum, managing classroom behaviour and ensuring that students remain engaged and focused on their learning. Developing positive relationships with students is essential, as is the ability to inspire confidence, maintain high expectations and create a purposeful learning environment. We are looking for a hardworking, flexible and resilient individual with excellent communication skills, a calm and professional approach and an unwavering determination to secure the best outcomes for all students. This role would particularly suit someone with experience of working with young people or those considering a future career in education.
In recent years, the College has secured some of the best results in the South West for student progress. It has a strong staff team in place to ensure every child is enabled to fulfil their potential including specialist teachers at all levels. We have an excellent academic record, and our pastoral support is second to none. Our students report that they feel very happy and safe at the school. We are proud of our students, and they are proud of their school. The relationships between staff and students are strong. Community engagement is also an important feature; we have an active Parent/Teacher Association (FOSDA—Friends of South Dartmoor College).
If you want to work in an inspiring, fully inclusive environment with students who are eager to succeed and alongside friendly, supportive colleagues, then we would love to hear from you. You will join a passionate and dedicated team within a Trust committed to professional development and career opportunities for all colleagues.
Part of the WeST Trust, we are an 11-18 College situated in Ashburton on the edge of Dartmoor. With impressive facilities, the college currently caters for approximately 800 students. Devon is a lovely place to live with the stunning Dartmoor and the beautiful Devon and Cornwall Coastline on your doorstep.
Westcountry Schools Trust is a multi-academy trust of 31 schools and growing. We are a dynamic organisation with our students and staff at our heart. Our values inform our work, and we hope you agree these are key to success: Collaboration, Aspiration, Integrity, Compassion, Respect.
Working for the Trust includes some key benefits, please see our website for full details.
If you would like to discuss the position please contact: Emma Gallagher, Deputy Headteacher
Email: egallagher@southdartmoor.devon.sch.uk.
If you believe you can demonstrate the dedication, skills and passion required, we look forward to receiving your application. Application form, full job description, and person specification are available from MyNewTerm
Closing Date: Monday 05 October 2026 at 8.00 am
Interviews: Wednesday 07 October (AM)
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.
Information about our key policies is available at: https://www.westst.org.uk/our-policies (this includes our DBS Policy, Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, and Recruitment and Selection Policy).
We reserve the right to withdraw this advert
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
South Dartmoor Community College are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS check.
Information about our key policies is available at: https://www.westst.org.uk/our-policies (this includes our DBS Policy, Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, and Recruitment and Selection Policy).
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About South Dartmoor Community College
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 801 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
The College this year, secured some of the best results in the South West for student progress. It has a strong staff team in place to ensure every child is enabled to fulfil their potential including specialist teachers at all levels. We have an excellent academic record and our pastoral support is second to none. Our students report that they feel very happy and safe at the school. We are proud of our students and they are proud of their school. The relationships between staff and students are strong. Community engagement is also an important feature; we have an active Parent/Teacher Association (FOSDA—Friends of South Dartmoor Academy).
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