About this role
Cover Supervisor
City of Derby Academy, Sinfin, Derby
Maternity Cover
37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Pay Scale 5: £24,990 - £27,083 pro rata (£28,931 - £31,355 FTE)
Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence. At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes.
About the Role
A Cover Supervisor is a key member of staff who ensures that learning continues smoothly when a teacher is absent. Although they do not deliver new teaching content, they maintain order, support students, and keep lessons on track using the work set by the absent teacher.
Who We’re Looking For
A successful Cover Supervisor needs a blend of behaviour management skills, organisational ability, communication strengths and a calm, confident presence.
About City of Derby Academy
Serving a wonderfully diverse community with over 40 home languages, our vision is simple yet powerful: ‘improving the life chances of all students’. We offer a rich and ambitious curriculum, strong pastoral care, and exceptional enrichment opportunities, including trips, activities, and a thriving Combined Cadet Force contingent. Our students are supported to develop both academically and personally, gaining the knowledge, skills and character they need for the next stage of their education, employment or training.
City of Derby Academy is a school where:
Diversity is celebrated and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do
Students feel safe, happy and supported
High expectations drive achievement for all
Relationships between staff and students are strong and respectful
Staff wellbeing is valued, and colleagues enjoy working here
Why Join Tapestry Learning Partnership? As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:
A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment