Cover Supervisor

Overview

Cover Supervisor - start ASAP

Mon-Fri - 32.5 hours per week - Hours 8.15am to 3:45pm - Term time + INSET (39 weeks)

Salary - SC4 (pts 8-10): £32,442 - £33,384 pa

pro rata actual starting salary £26,025 pa

• Supervise classes during periods of teacher absence, ensuring that students remain engaged in their learning and that the classroom environment is calm, purposeful, and well managed.
• You will work with pupils across all age groups and ability ranges, delivering pre-prepared lesson materials and supporting students as they complete their work.
• This position offers a valuable opportunity to develop strong classroom management skills and gain insight into effective teaching practice.
• We particularly welcome applications from graduates who are considering a future career in education. The role provides an excellent pathway into teaching, offering meaningful, hands-on experience within a supportive school environment.
• We believe that all our students are capable of performing highly. Sydenham School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative Leadership Team that is passionate about the achievement and progress of every student in all areas.

If you are interested in an opportunity to build on established success an application pack can be downloaded from our website at:

Alternatively, further details can be obtained from our HR Department:  ext 431

The closing date for applications is 9am Tuesday 10th February 2026

Interview date to be confirmed.

The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is the 'golden thread' that runs through the school. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Original evidence of right to work within the United Kingdom will be required prior to commencement of employment i.e. National Insurance Number, Work Permits or Indefinite Leave to Remain. If the applicant has lived/worked overseas for 12 months or more since the age of 18, they will also be required to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct from the country(ies) they lived/work in at their own expense and provide these for our records.