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Cover Supervisor
full-timeBury St Edmunds$22k - $23k

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Location

Bury St Edmunds

Salary

$22k - $23k (GBP)

Type

full-time

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About this role

  • King Edward VI School 
  • Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3BH
  • Salary: £15.56 per hour
  • Hours: Full time: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4pm, 39 weeks per year
  • Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
  • Reference: 8360

     

We have an exciting and rewarding support role vacancy in the Education Sector at King Edward VI School

Are you looking for something new? Perhaps you are looking for term time working hours? Or you could be thinking of a career in teaching and would like to see if it’s for you. 

Or maybe you would like a new challenge! A Cover Supervisor could be the perfect fit.

A Cover Supervisor is an integral part of the school community. It is a challenging, busy and rewarding role. You will be part of a small team supporting our teaching staff by providing classroom cover and assistance. Your main task will be to take charge of classes and implement work set in the absence of a teacher. You will monitor students and report on progress during a period of short-term absence. Other duties may include examination supervision, assisting teachers generally within the classroom and administrative support. 

The role is a versatile role which allows you to work closely with our teaching and support staff and experience many different aspects of working within the education sector. 

 

You will:

  • cover lessons in the absence of the class teacher

  • prioritise a good standard learning during lessons enabling continuity for students

  • ensure there is a good standard of behaviour within the classroom and around the school

  • report to and assist the Cover Manager with any other necessary tasks for the cover department.

 

You will need:

  • motivation and an interest in the world of education

  • good initiative, being able to improvise and utilise your strengths

  • great communications skills

  • an interest in the academic development and wellbeing of young people

  • basic IT skills

  • a flexible nature and helpful attitude.

 

We will offer you:

  • term time and school day only working hours

  • extensive classroom experience for anyone looking at a career in teaching

  • the personal reward of working with young people and building positive relationships 

  • personal and professional development opportunities and encouragement

  • a collaborative working environment and excellent management support

  • full training. No prior experience is needed.

King Edward VI CEVC School is a successful, oversubscribed 11-16 school. We are situated in the historic town of Bury St Edmunds (‘the jewel in the crown of Suffolk’), surrounded by beautiful countryside – just over an hour by train to London, and close links to the A14.

 
To find out more

Please read the Job Description (pdf)

For an informal discussion only, please call Sharon Cook or Amelia Woozley on 01284 761393 or email [email protected]
 

How to apply

More details are available from the job description (see above). 

To apply, please visit our website

Please email your completed application to [email protected] 

 
Closing date: 9 am, 4 February 2026.

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Tech stack
Motivation,Communication Skills,Basic IT Skills,Flexibility,Initiative,Interest In Education

About Suffolk Jobs Direct

Reimagine the possibilities.

As one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we have a huge variety of exciting careers to offer people as keen to make a positive impact on the world around them as we are.

As a modern, flexible, and effective council, we’re driven to make a difference to the environment, the communities we serve, and the careers of our people. We explore innovative ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be.

By creating meaningful connections with our people and our partner organisations, we’ve built a culture of mutual collaboration, trust, and respect where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves.

We aim to inspire and empower. To improve and evolve. To develop and innovate. To take pride and ownership of the world around us and ensure that we leave a positive and lasting legacy. That’s why it’s time to reimagine a career with the council and take a fresh look at what we can offer you.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Government Administration
Founding Year: 1974

What you'll do

  • The Cover Supervisor will take charge of classes and implement work set in the absence of a teacher, ensuring a good standard of learning and behavior. Additional duties include examination supervision and assisting teachers within the classroom.

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