POST TITLE: Cover Supervisor
SCHOOL: Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School
LOCATION: Blackford, Wedmore, Somerset
CONTRACT TERM: Permanent
SALARY: Grade 13 Pt 9 - £7,254 per annum pro rata
ACTUAL SALARY: £11,063
HOURS OF WORK: 18hrs per week, Term Time Only
START DATE: ASAP
Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School seeks to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative cover supervisor to join our successful team to inspire and challenge all pupils at Hugh Sexey Church of England Middle School. This role would be ideal for a highly organized, flexible and resilient person who can challenge and support learners in a range of skills and be able to adapt and deliver the plans of a wide range of subjects.
Candidates will need to demonstrate:
- Ability to supervise whole classes and deliver pre-planned learning activities in the absence of teaching staff
- Committed to supporting pupils.
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
- Effective ICT skills
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to motivate and to support learning
- Previous experience of working with young people is desirable.
What we can offer:
- Staff benefits including reduced leisure centre membership and cycle to work scheme
- A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, CareFirst who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family
- Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust
- Eligible for generous Local Government Pension Scheme
As a member of the Wessex Learning Trust, we work collaboratively and believe in empowering our staff to grow and take the lead. Across all our schools, we work together, share staff – and share expertise.
To apply for this position, please complete a teacher application form, together with a letter of application for the attention of the Headteacher, Mr M Drew. Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position.
Closing Date: Friday 30th January 2026 at noon
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 2nd February 2026 - Date to be confirmed
Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.
The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
If you do not receive an interview invitation by Friday 30th January 2026, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Hugh Sexey C of E Middle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.