Location
St Mary's Catholic High School, Leyland, Royal Avenue, Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 1BS (815 on roll)
Tel: 01772 421909
School website: www.lsmchs.com
Summary
St Marys is a thriving and inclusive Catholic high school committed to academic excellence, strong pastoral care, and the development of the whole person in the light of Gospel values. We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic, and confident Cover Supervisor to join our supportive staff team.
If you are interested in developing professionally and can validate relevant experience, this post offers a great opportunity to work in a school with an exciting future.
THE ROLE:
- Supervise classes during the short-term absence of teachers
- Ensure pupils remain on task and engaged with the work provided
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with the schools policies and expectations
- Support pupils in maintaining a positive learning environment
- Work closely with teaching and pastoral staff to promote high standards of achievement and conduct
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
The closing date is 26/06/2026 at 12 noon
Essential Qualifications
- GCSEs Grade C or above in English and Maths
- NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant or Equivalent
Desirable Qualifications
- Other relevant qualifications specific to this post
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Essential Experience
- Working with children and young people in an educational setting
- Working in a relevant classroom/service environment
- Working as part of a team
- Administrative work
- Experience of using IT / Office 365 / email
Desirable Experience
- Experience of using Information Management Systems (SIMs/Arbor) and computerised systems in a workshop/ administrative environment
Supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
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For an informal discussion please contact:
Please contact Sarah Webb in school, 01772 421909
Proposed Interview Date:
01/07/2026
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
