Cover Manager

Hours: 7.00am to 3.30pm daily

Contract: Permanent

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 27 April 2026

Start Date: ASAP

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the friendly team at Ribston Hall High School as Cover
Manager.

As cover needs arise, both planned and unplanned, the Cover Manager is responsible for planning
and organising appropriate cover arrangements, utilising internal and external resources, to ensure
the continuity of lessons during periods of Teacher absence.

You will be responsible to arranging cover for planned absences and unplanned absences,
notification of which will be received via a dedicated phone line, each morning from 7.00am. You
will also oversee the student study centre, where you can supervise up to c.60 students during
periods of teacher absence and be responsible for re-allocating rooms when required. All
lessons/cover work will be pre-set, in advance by the Teachers.

With line management responsibility of the two cover supervisors who work in a job share capacity.
You will also manage the team of casual Relief Cover Supervisors and supply teachers as required.

The successful candidate will enjoy working with young people and be able to demonstrate a
positive outlook and enthusiasm in supporting the students during periods of teacher absence, to
develop a focussed and productive working environment. You will be well organised, adaptable and
resourceful, with the ability to engage with the students and maintain classroom behaviour. With
excellent IT and administrative skills, experience of working in a school is desirable although not
essential, as other relevant experience will be considered.

To apply:

Please click APPLY NOW! and submit your completed application form via the website, together with a covering letter (maximum of two sides of A4) which outlines your experience and suitability for the role (CVs will not be accepted).

Visits to the school are welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact the Deputy Headteacher.

Ribston Hall High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young People and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.