Cover Supervisor and Sports Coach

Marling School, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 4HE

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  16 October 2026 at 1:11pm

• Date listed

  25 September 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £26558 - £28834 per annum

Cover Supervisor and Sports Coach job summary

Cover Supervisor opportunity in a high achieving boys grammar school set in Stroud, Gloucestershire.

Your new school
Marling School is a high-achieving 11-18 selective boys' grammar school with a thriving co-educational sixth form and a proud history dating back to 1887. Our motto, Abeunt Studia in Mores - 'Let us go forward through study to character' reflects our belief that education is about more than results. It's about developing thoughtful, resilient young people ready to make a positive impact in the world

We are on an exciting journey, we have recently joined Lift Schools, one of the largest Multi Academy Trusts in the country. This allows Marling School to stay true to our local roots, while also drawing on the phenomenal wealth of expertise and resources that comes with being part of a national network of schools. We are also delighted to welcome our new Principal, Peter Knight. He brings extensive experience and a proven track record of impact in education, having worked for over 15 years with Oasis Community Learning, one of England's largest academy trusts. Recently serving as a Regional Director overseeing secondary schools in the Bristol area, he has previously led high-performing schools in Bristol, London, and New Zealand.

About the role
As a Cover Supervisor, you'll be a familiar and trusted adult who keeps learning on track when teachers are absent. You'll guide students through lessons, support them with their work, and help create a calm and focused space where everyone can learn. Does that sound like something you'd enjoy?

Key responsibilities

• Guide students through pre-prepared lesson materials, answering questions and offering support
• Create a positive and orderly learning environment where students can focus and achieve
• Support students with SEND to understand tasks and meet their individual goals
• Use a variety of approaches to encourage good behaviour, in line with our behaviour policy
• Provide feedback to teachers on how students got on during the lesson
• Complete attendance registers and help with supervision during break times when needed

We are looking for someone who
You don't need to be a qualified teacher, but you should have GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or equivalent) and some background working with children or young people. Can you stay calm under pressure and adapt quickly to different subjects and age groups? We value patience, empathy and the ability to build positive relationships with all students. If you can manage challenging situations with professionalism and care, we'd love to hear from you. Are you someone who listens, communicates clearly, and works well as part of a team?

Calling all sports coaches and Physical Educators
If you have a background in sports coaching or team leadership, this role is a natural fit for your skill set. Managing a classroom requires many of the same core strengths as running a pitch or a court: clear communication, high energy, structured leadership, and the ability to command respect while keeping young people engaged. As a Cover Supervisor, your experience in motivating students, driving discipline, and fostering resilience will directly translate into classroom success. For coaches looking to gain valuable inside-the-school experience, transition into education, or balance coaching commitments with dynamic school-based work, Marling offers the ideal platform.

What we offer

• A supportive and welcoming workplace where your contribution truly matters
• Chances to develop your skills through training and professional development
• A team that values your ideas and encourages you to grow
• The opportunity to help shape young people's futures every day
• A workplace committed to equality, diversity and inclusion

Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives - and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you
At Lift Schools, we believe talent drives performance. We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
Childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Medical
Online and social media
Prohibition from teaching
Right to work
Satisfactory references
Suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Marling School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1082 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Marling School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/marling-school

Marling School is a high achieving 11-18 grammar school for boys with a coeducational sixth form.

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