Cover Supervisor
Maritime Academy, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4YG6 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
19 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
13 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- £23,185 - £26,908 (£26,866 - £31,179 FTE)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Come and join us in our state of the art school!
Are you someone who loves working with young people and making a difference in their learning journey?
Maritime Academy are seeking a Cover Supervisor to join their new state of the art academy. This is an exciting opportunity to step into the classroom and support students, ensuring they stay on track with their learning, even when their regular teacher is away. Whether you’re an experienced cover supervisor or someone looking to gain teaching experience, we want to hear from you!
What will you be doing?
- Supervising classes: You'll take the reins when the teacher is away, following pre-prepared lesson plans and keeping things running smoothly.
- Supporting students: Provide guidance to help them work through tasks, adjusting your approach to meet their unique needs.
- Boosting progress: Help students make strides in literacy and numeracy, and make sure their learning is always moving forward.
- Team player: Work closely with teachers and the SENCO to keep track of student progress and make sure everyone is reaching their potential.
What will you need to succeed?
- A passion for teaching and learning: Whether you’re experienced or new to this, if you have a love for helping students grow, you’ll fit right in.
- A positive attitude and energy: You’ll be the person who keeps things fun and engaging for our students while maintaining high standards.
This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to shape the next generation of learners, build valuable experience, and work in a supportive, vibrant school environment.
What the school offers its staff
What our Trust will offer you:
Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement.From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships at every level, we provide clear pathways for progression and exciting promotional opportunities across regions.
Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers. Enjoy reduced membership fees at our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes.
Employee Recognition: Refer a Friend and TSTARS Staff Recognition Programme.
TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Maritime Academy is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students in the academy. We recognise that there is no higher priority than student’s safety and well-being. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We have in place a range of policies and procedures to support our safeguarding commitment. All concerns are passed through the members of staff who are trained as ‘Designated Safeguarding Leads/ Deputies in school in compliance with the ‘sharing of information’ guidance.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Maritime Academy
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 562 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Maritime Academy website
- Email address
- tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
The Maritime Academy is proud to be part of the TSAT family. We embrace a cognitive approach to education and our ethos values are aligned with that of the wider Trust family and our commitment to transform life chances is evident in everything that we do. This is an exciting time to join our organisation as we expand our network of schools, building upon our established ethos and values.
Arranging a visit to Maritime Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.
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