Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor (Darwen Aldridge Community Academy)

Location: Blackburn with Darwen, UK

Salary: SCP 11-15 £24,205 - £25,824

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Education Phases: Secondary;

Working Patterns: Full-Time;

Application Deadline: Sunday, 16th August 2026

Interview Date: To be Confirmed

Expected Working Start Date: September 2026

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Is a Shared Job: No

About the school:

Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (DACA) has a capacity of 1200 in the lower school and also has a developing sixth form provision. The sixth form has enjoyed strong progress in both academic and applied courses and has destinations data that shows NEETs significantly lower than the national picture.

All Aldridge schools place enterprise and an entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of their ethos. In addition, DACA has a strong record of promoting cultural capital through its Technology and Creative Arts departments, where competition, visits and visitors are a regular part of student experience and support the development of cultural capital. DACA is very much a community school with a truly comprehensive intake.

Sitting above the national average, 33% of its cohort are designated as being in the pupil premium category and DACA works hard to support all students to achieve strong engagement and strong outcomes. With a strong focus on our four key improvement levers around culture, coaching, curriculum and data-informed instruction, the DACA team are building towards a consistent provision that supports great progress for all students.

About the Role:

We are seeking to appoint a Cover Supervisor to provide good quality regular cover of whole classes for short term absence and to provide support to students to promote effective participation, enhance individual learning, raise aspirations and achieve their full potential.  

The successful Cover Supervisor will be required for 37 hours per week. Term Time plus INSET days. Responsibilities include covering lessons when staff are absent, ensuring behaviour policies are followed and students are completing the cover work that has been left for them.

Benefits

Key Benefits of working for Aldridge Education

Join the Aldridge Education Family!

Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks? Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:

• Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you! 
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits. 
• Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it. 
• Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you. 
• Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we’ve got your spot covered.
• Generous Annual Leave – Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years! 
• Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme. 
• Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board!

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Aldridge Education, click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.