Bramcote College is seeking to appoint a highly organised and proactive cover supervisor to play a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

This is a varied and critical operational role combining, Daily coordination of staff cover, Hands-on classroom supervision, Safeguarding and compliance responsibilities

and Administrative oversight of staff absence and payroll processes. The successful candidate will ensure that learning continues seamlessly in the absence of teaching staff and that all cover arrangements are in place before the start of each school day.

Key Responsibilities will include

• Plan, coordinate and communicate daily staff cover arrangements
• Monitor and manage staff absence using the school’s MIS system
• Process and approve staff leave of absence requests
• Maintain and update the Single Central Record (SCR) in line with statutory safeguarding requirements
• Liaise with supply agencies and act as the first point of contact for supply staff
• Support payroll processes and notify relevant external bodies where required
• Provide classroom supervision and support learning when required

We are looking for someone who:

• Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Has strong administrative and communication skills
• Is confident working with IT systems and data
• Has a strong understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality
• Is flexible, reliable, and able to start early to ensure cover arrangements are in place before the school day begins

Bramcote College is a friendly, inclusive and multicultural place to work and study. We secured a well-deserved Good judgement in February 2024, and achievement is on a secure upward trend. Our students are well-behaved and motivated. “Classrooms are calm and orderly. Around school, pupils are polite and respectful” – Ofsted 2024. We have excellent support from parents and the community, and a talented and positive staff team. We are ambitious for every student and provide high-quality pastoral care and support, as well as outstanding enrichment opportunities for our students and the local community. We are committed to excellent professional development for all. Continued school improvement is supported by membership of The White Hills Park Trust. A new school will be built over the next two years, with anticipated completion Easter 2028.  

"There are high aspirations for all pupils at Bramcote College. The school’s motto encourages pupils to ‘Work hard, Be well, Do well.' Pupils are happy and appreciate the opportunities that the school gives them." Ofsted 2024.

Additional Information about our School and Trust can be found at https://bramcote.college

White Hills Park Trust comprises nine successful schools across Nottinghamshire, six primary, two secondary (one including a sixth form) and one special school.   It’s an exciting time as the Trust is embarking on a period of steady growth with further schools joining us soon.  We are committed to supporting the wellbeing and career aspirations of our staff team.   

Our partnership of schools is united by shared ethos and values, working in deep collaboration to give all our children the best possible start in life. Our mission is to provide the very best opportunities and outcomes for young people.  Our staff work closely together to deliver high quality teaching and learning, share good practice, pool resources and participate in joint projects for the benefit of pupils.  

Further information about the Trust can be found at About Us (whptrust.org) 

If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Jenny Read on 0115 916 8900

Applications for the post must be submitted by 9am on Friday 19 June 2026 via our online application form, which can be found at Careers | The White Hills Park Trust or by clicking the ‘apply now’ link. 

Interviews to be held: Thursday 9 July 2026

White Hills Park Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is a Pathfinder for the Framework for Ethical Leadership in Education and expects all leaders to embody these values in their daily work. 

All posts are subject to safeguarding responsibilities (relevant to the role), including the duty to protect and promote the welfare of children and young people, and to adhere to the Trust’s safeguarding policies and procedures.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. References will be called prior to interview and online searches may be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence checks.   It is an offence to apply for the role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children (where the role involves this type of regulated activity). 

Claire Shaw

CEO