Cover Supervisor at The Whitehaven Academy

This vacancy is only available to internal candidates who are currently employed at Cumbria Education Trust. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed at this organisation as your application will not be considered.

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Internal Applicants ONLY
  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/WA/17375
  Location
Cleator Moor Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8TY
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Not Applicable
  Salary
£19,225.46 Annually (Actual)
Actual salary: £19,225.46
  Hours Per Week
32
  Weeks Per Year
Term-time plus 1 week
  Closing Date
Midnight, Sun 19th Jul, 2026
  Start Date
1st September 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
July 2026
   Interview Date(s)           July 2026
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About this Role

About this Role

  • Hours of work: 32 hours per week 
  • Term weeks: 38 + 1 weeks school closure, minimum paid week 44.6

Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference in education?  The Whitehaven Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our friendly team.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

  • Supervise classes during short-term teacher absence.
  • Ensure students remain on task and engaged with their learning.
  • Maintain a positive and productive classroom environment.
  • Provide support across a range of subjects.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to contribute to their success. 

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
  • Confidence and flexibility to work across different subjects.
  • Previous experience in education or working with young people is desirable but not essential.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a welcoming and supportive school community.
  • Enjoy a role that makes a genuine impact on students’ lives.
  • Term-time working pattern for a great work-life balance.

If you have the qualities we require, along with the passion and aspirations to contribute to the success of the School and the MAT, we urge you to hit the "Apply" button.

Cumbria Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS disclosure and Barred List checks are required for this post. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches are carried out on successful candidate


The Whitehaven Academy would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. Why should you be considered for the position
  2. What would you bring to this role.
  3. Please outline how your skills and abilities relate to this position

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