Cover Supervisor
30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year | BTCT Points 7-9, Starting salary: £18,251.89 per annum.
West Somerset College is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join our supportive and dynamic team. This role is vital in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences, supporting students from Year 9 to Year 11, and contributing to the wider life of the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise whole classes during short-term teacher absences, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment.
- Deliver pre-set lesson instructions and maintain pupil engagement and behaviour.
- Respond to general student queries and provide feedback to teaching staff.
- Support with exam invigilation and accompany students on educational visits.
- Provide administrative and pastoral support when not supervising lessons.
- Maintain accurate attendance records and manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
- Assist with classroom displays and curriculum-related admin tasks.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Confident in managing classroom behaviour and supporting a range of learning needs.
- A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Flexible, proactive, and a team player.
- Has GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
- Has strong ICT and numeracy skills.
- Able to build positive relationships with students and staff.
Why Join Us
At West Somerset College, we are proud of our inclusive and supportive environment. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, professional development, and the wellbeing of both staff and students
Our employees also benefit from:
- Generous Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of over 19%
- Employee Reward Scheme, including high street discounts and access to a staff wellbeing centre
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to on-site gym facilities at selected locations
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 8th September 2026, at 11:50pm
We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.
We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, generous employer pension contribution, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.
We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.
