The Cover Supervisor will provide effective classroom supervision in the absence of the regular class teacher. Using pre-prepared resources and instructions, the postholder will ensure students remain safe, engaged and focused on learning, maintaining high standards of behaviour and professionalism at all times.

Key aspects of the role include supervising whole classes, managing behaviour in line with school policies, registering attendance, supporting learning activities, and contributing to the wider life of the school through duties and administrative support where required

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring a calm and purposeful learning environment.
• Register attendance and manage orderly entry and exit from classrooms.
• Communicate lesson instructions clearly and provide appropriate resources to students.
• Manage behaviour in line with school systems and expectations.
• Collect and return student work and complete routine reporting as required.
• Support the administration team and departments during unallocated periods.
• Undertake lunchtime, break-time and exam invigilation duties as required.
• Comply fully with safeguarding, health and safety procedures and risk assessments.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Holds an NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Has experience of working in a school or with young people (desirable).
• Is confident in exercising authority and managing behaviour positively.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Can work independently, using initiative, while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Has a positive, professional and resilient approach, with a clear commitment to student wellbeing and safeguarding.

About Maiden Erlegh Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 750 staff and 4,500 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive and Work Together. These values underpin everything we do and drive our commitment to high-quality education for all through collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career. This includes mentoring, leadership development opportunities and our annual MET Staff Conference, which brings colleagues together from across the Trust to share best practice and learn together.

Joining our Trust means becoming part of a professional community that invests in people and values expertise, with the opportunity to play a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of children and young people.

You can learn more about working with us, and hear from colleagues across the Trust, on our website.

Maiden Erlegh School

Maiden Erlegh School is a highly successful comprehensive school for students aged 11–18, situated in Lower Earley, near Reading. Our students are a pleasure to work with, and relationships between students and staff are consistently positive, respectful and constructive. Students are keen to learn, curious, polite and enthusiastic, with high expectations of themselves. They rise to challenge positively, which is reflected in their strong academic and personal outcomes. Our results continue to improve year on year, with the school placing in the top 50 schools nationally for Progress 8. We also have a thriving sixth form, with many students choosing to continue their studies with us post-16.

Our staff are dedicated, skilled professionals who consistently go the extra mile to support students to achieve their full potential and overcome personal challenges. Teachers are passionate about their subjects and committed to delivering engaging, varied and high-quality lessons. Support staff play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and effective running of the school, enabling the best possible educational experience for all students.

We place a strong emphasis on professional development and staff wellbeing, offering an excellent range of development opportunities to support colleagues at all stages of their career. We are committed to developing, motivating and supporting our staff, recognising that our people are central to the continued success of Maiden Erlegh School.

 Benefits

Further information about working at Maiden Erlegh Trust can be found on our website here. Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work, and colleagues across the Trust benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes designed to recognise their contribution and support their growth.

Our benefits include:

• Pension Scheme: Generous employer contributions, with auto-enrolment into either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme, both Career Average Revalued Earnings schemes.
• Annual Leave: A generous holiday entitlement, which increases with length of service.
• ME Day: One additional day’s leave each year to attend a special personal event, such as a child’s sports day or graduation, or a family celebration.
• Professional Development: A comprehensive programme of professional learning through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, including opportunities to both attend and deliver CPD. Colleagues also take part in our annual MET Staff Conference, bringing staff together for a full day of workshops, networking and shared learning. Apprenticeship Levy funding and professional development networks are also available.
• Hybrid Working: For eligible roles, a flexible approach to working arrangements, balancing remote and office-based working where appropriate.
• Perkbox: Access to a wide range of discounts and wellbeing resources, with 25 Perk points each month that can be exchanged for goods and services.
• Wellbeing and Health: Free flu vaccinations for all staff and free eye tests for eligible colleagues.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access to 24/7 confidential support, discount vouchers and additional wellbeing resources.
• Mental Health First Aid: Trained Mental Health First Aiders available across the Trust.
• Recognition and Community: Regular celebration of staff achievements, milestones and contributions across our schools, reinforcing a strong sense of belonging within the #TeamMET community.
• Employee Referral Scheme.

Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger, supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.

Additional Information
If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution to the future of our Trust and its schools, please contact recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for an informal discussion.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.