Cover Supervisor - maternity cover

This is an exciting Cover Supervisor opportunity to join a dynamic team in a strong and supportive environment at Lift Ryde.

Your new school

Lift Ryde, based on the Isle of Wight, is an 11 to 18 years secondary school and is part of Lift Schools, one of the largest MATs in the country. The school is set in spacious grounds and had a completely new state of the art building in 2017. All staff have access to a free on site gym with a range of fantastic equipment. Known as the “Garden Isle” because of its beautiful landscape, unspoilt beaches, rugged coastline and beautiful countryside. Judged as ‘Good' by Ofsted in November 2022, Lift Ryde is a school that pupils feel proud to attend, with a calm and orderly environment. Staff are also proud to work at the school and recognise that leaders are considerate of their workload.

Your new role

The role of the Cover Supervisor is pivotal in maintaining educational continuity within the academy, as a familiar and trusted adult to students. The role will cover classes during both planned and unplanned teacher absences, providing essential support across all subjects, ensuring students' learning progresses uninterrupted. By ensuring the classroom is a calm and focused environment, they contribute significantly to student achievement and advancement.

Key responsibilities

• Guide lessons using materials prepared by teachers, helping students understand tasks and complete work to the best of their ability
• Support students with special educational needs, working closely with the SENDCO and form tutors
• Create a positive learning environment, using strategies like rewards and clear boundaries to help manage behaviour
• Collect completed work and share feedback with teachers on how students got on
• Support students during breaks and lunchtimes, helping them stay safe and behave well

We are looking for someone who

You'll have GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4 or equivalent) and experience working with children or young people. Can you build positive relationships with students and communicate clearly with colleagues and families?

You'll be adaptable, patient and calm under pressure. You'll understand how to manage whole-class behaviour and support individual needs. Can you handle last-minute changes with flexibility and a sense of care? Do you bring empathy, resilience and a genuine interest in helping students succeed?

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you

At Lift Schools, we believe talent drives performance. We offer you:

• Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

If you would like a confidential discussion before applying and/or a tour of the school please contact Jessica Billows, Recruitment Manager on jbillows@liftschools.org