- School: Caldew School
- Job Reference: 3780
- Job type: Cover Supervisor
- Contract: Permanent
- Work pattern: Part-time
- Salary: Please see below
- Date posted: Monday 26 January 2026
- Closing date for applications: Thursday 12 February 2026
- Employer: Academy
Cover Supervisor (Permanent)
35 hours per week, 38 weeks term-time + 1 week INSET/during school closure
Times: 8.00-3.30pm
Starting salary £21053 including holiday pay (PCD5)
Start date: As soon as possible
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our experienced and supportive Cover Supervisor team in our popular and vibrant school community.
Cover Supervisors play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning during short-term teacher absence by confidently supervising classes and supporting students to remain engaged with set work. The successful candidate will be an energetic, reliable and adaptable individual who enjoys working with young people and is committed to supporting their learning and wellbeing.
In addition to classroom supervision, the role includes supporting departments with the preparation of learning resources and contributing to wider school activities. The post also involves duties before and after school to ensure the safety and supervision of students.
We are committed to supporting staff development, and training will be tailored to the successful candidate, with a programme designed to meet individual needs and support professional growth.
Please see https://caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/vacancies/ for further details and an application form. Applications by CV will not be accepted.
Closing date: Midday Thursday 12th February
Interview Date: TBC
This is an exciting time to join Caldew School. We have had a significant investment from the Story Group of companies that is enabling us to improve our facilities, provide high quality professional development for our staff and give our students opportunities, experiences and support that will raise their aspirations and achievement.
This role involves regulated activity with children. You should not apply if you are on the Children’s Barred List.
Caldew School is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An online search will be carried out for shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the DBS. Our safeguarding policy can be found at : caldew.cumbria.sch.uk/our-school/policies-documents/
Caldew School is an equal opportunities employer
Note: References may be sought on receipt of applications
Contact Caldew School
Address
Caldew School
Dalston
Carlisle
CA5 7NN