Cover Supervisor with Form Tutor Duties

Grade 7 | 30 hours per week | Term time only plus INSET days (39 weeks) | Permanent
Working hours: 8:25am – 3:30pm

The Cooper School is seeking a reliable and motivated Cover Supervisor with Form Tutor responsibilities to join the team. This is a varied and rewarding role supporting teaching, learning and pastoral care across the school.

You will supervise pre-set lessons in the absence of teachers, ensuring students remain engaged and on task. In addition, you will take on the role of Form Tutor, providing day-to-day pastoral support and helping to promote positive student outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising lessons and maintaining a positive, orderly learning environment
• Supporting students’ academic progress and wellbeing
• Acting as a Form Tutor, including delivering tutor time activities (e.g. PSHE)
• Monitoring attendance, punctuality and behaviour, and communicating with parents/carers where appropriate
• Providing feedback following cover lessons and supporting wider school systems

The role requires you to:

• Attend regular staff briefings
• Be available to cover tutor time sessions
• Provide cover for targeted interventions as required

We are looking for someone who:

• Is organised, adaptable and confident working with young people
• Has strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Demonstrates resilience and the ability to work effectively in a busy school environment
• Is committed to safeguarding and supporting student wellbeing

A good standard of education (including GCSE Maths and English or equivalent) is essential.

Safeguarding Statement

The Cooper School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

The successful candidate will also be required to demonstrate their right to work in the UK.