Cover Manager – Longsands Academy

Are you an organised and proactive individual with a passion for supporting education? Longsands Academy is seeking a dedicated Cover Manager to ensure the smooth operation of cover arrangements for absent teaching and support staff.

About Us

Longsands Academy, part of the Astrea Academy Trust, is a successful, fully-inclusive secondary school at the heart of its community. We pride ourselves on providing an engaging and supportive environment where students are empowered to reach their full potential. Our vision is to ensure that every student, regardless of their background or needs, can thrive and succeed.

The Role

As the Cover Manager, you will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to manage and organise cover for absent staff, ensuring continuity in teaching and learning. You will also be responsible for the induction and support of supply staff, maintaining attendance and training records, and liaising with recruitment agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the staff cover system to ensure continuity in teaching and learning.
• Input and maintain staff absence data within Bromcom.
• Oversee the induction of newly appointed cover staff.
• Liaise with supply and recruitment agencies to engage qualified supply staff.
• Organise and provide cover work and materials, including registers and resources.
• Monitor the effectiveness of supply staff and escalate any concerns as needed.
• Advise the Senior Leadership Team on matters relating to cover arrangements.

What We Offer

• A unique and inspirational environment to work in.
• A professional and collaborative school with a commitment to continued professional development.
• The opportunity to join a strong staff team, where our values are integral to all we do.
• Excellent support from the Astrea Trust Central team.
• Highly visible and supportive senior leaders.
• Opportunities for career development and progression within the Astrea Academy Trust.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience in the line management and recruitment of staff.
• Experience working with young people and supporting their learning.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain good relationships with students, colleagues, and external agencies.
• Proficiency in using IT packages, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Microsoft 365.

Interested in Applying?

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you. Please visit our website to find out more about the role and how to apply. We actively welcome visits and would be delighted to show you around our academy.

Closing Date: Midnight on 6th April 2025.

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and enhanced DBS checks. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in our workforce, including people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ communities.