Cover Supervisor
Thorpedene Primary School & Nursery, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS3 9NP37 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
25 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
19 August 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 19.5 hours per week, Wednesday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:00
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- £13,837 to £15,519
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Headteacher of Thorpedene Primary School and Nursery and the CEO of Southend East Community Academy Trust are seeking to appoint a Cover Supervisor. The postholder will work across the school, to provide cover for teachers when they are absent from the classroom, delivering lessons planned by themselves and/or the class teacher, and reporting on development,progress and attainment.
It is essential that the successful candiidate have GCSE Maths and English or equivalent at Grade C or 4 as well as previous experience working in a primary school. It is desirable that the successful candidate have experience of leading whole class teaching.
What the school offers its staff
Generous Holiday entitlement
Local GovernmentPension Scheme
Benefits Scheme
Health and wellbeing support
Access to School Canteen
Voucher for Blue Light Card Registration & Renewal
Discounted Wraparound School Club
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
SECAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and visitors to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance, and satisfactory references.
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 Thorpedene Primary School & Nursery
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 421 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- hrhelpdesk@secat.co.uk
At Thorpedene we strive to provide a welcoming, friendly and happy learning environment for all our children. This is achieved through our hardworking whole school community including parents, Governors, Trustees and our dedicated team of staff and not forgetting the vital part – our children! We work collaboratively with a clear focus on our school vision and values.
Our aim at Thorpedene is to provide a purposeful, well-balanced curriculum which stimulates learning, encouraging reflective children to have the independence and self-confidence to live and learn, now and in the future.
We are determined to ensure that every child who attends Thorpedene continues to succeed in a supportive learning environment based on the school core values of Achieving, Caring, Respecting with Confidence. We know that children learn better when they are happy. Here at Thorpedene Primary School & Nursery we continue to put the best interests of every child at the heart of our school and ensure that every child is nurtured and challenged to achieve their true potential and pursue their dreams.
We are proud to be a part of the Southend East Community Academy Trust (SECAT) along with Bournes Green Infant School, Bournes Green Junior School, Hinguar Primary School, Richmond Avenue Primary School and Shoeburyness High School.
Arranging a visit to Thorpedene Primary School & Nursery
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hrhelpdesk@secat.co.uk.
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