Cover Supervisor at St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/SJCHSW/14406

Location

Harrington Road, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3EE

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time/Full-Time

Salary

£23,367.00 Annually (Actual)
£16.62 per hour

Closing Date

9:00am, 2nd Mar 2026

Start Date

ASAP

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

About this Role

Are you looking to gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting before pursuing a career in teaching? Do you have the confidence and enthusiasm to support students’ learning and help maintain a productive classroom environment?

We are looking to appoint an excellent Cover Supervisor to join our supportive team. Working under the guidance of subject leaders, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring that students remain on task and engaged in their learning.

This role offers:

A fantastic opportunity to develop classroom management skills
First-hand experience in a school environment
The chance to work alongside experienced and supportive staff
A full induction programme and ongoing professional development

We are looking for someone who:

Has a positive, flexible attitude and remains calm under pressure
Demonstrates energy, enthusiasm, and confidence in managing student behaviour
Has strong verbal and written communication skills
Holds GCSE Maths and English (grade C/4 or above)
Enjoys working with young people and building positive relationships
Can work flexibly and adapt to a variety of classroom situations

The role will include:

Supervising lessons with pre-set work provided by subject staff
Supporting Heads of Department or SLT with the development of resources when not covering
Contributing ideas to improve learning and engagement
Providing break and lunchtime supervision as required
Participating in an induction programme covering school policies, behaviour procedures, and observation of excellent classroom practice

Previous experience of working in a school setting would be an advantage, but is not essential. This is an ideal post for a graduate or aspiring teacher looking to build confidence and practical experience in a supportive school environment.

We offer a supportive working environment within a brilliant team, ample opportunities for personal career development, a comprehensive staff wellbeing service including on-line GP access and free gym facilities on site.

Hours: 5 days per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm

Term time [38 weeks per year] plus INSET training days [1 week]

We would also happily consider applicants who would like a Part Time role.

To apply, please complete the online application form.

For an informal discussion about the role, or if you have any questions, please contact Zoe Brentnall on 01900 873290 or via Zoe.brentnall@sjchs.uk

Applications will be assessed as they are submitted and we reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and to make an appointment before this date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

St Joseph's has been serving the local community for over 90 years and was one of the founding schools of the growing Mater Christi Multi Academy Trust. The Mater Christi MAT is a family of primary and secondary schools living and learning together for the common good of our children, families and communities.

St Joseph's is ideally located for easy access to the Lake District and everything the National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site has to offer. It is also within easy commuting distance form the popular market town of Cockermouth.

St. Joseph's Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in Policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you! Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.