Cover Supervisor

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. We are excited to recruit a passionate and committed Cover Supervisor to help drive this vision forward at Chellaston Academy.

About the Role
A Cover Supervisor ensures continuity of learning by overseeing classes, guiding pupils through the learning activities provided, and helping them stay focused and productive. They maintain a calm and purposeful classroom environment, support pupils by clarifying instructions, and promote positive behaviour in line with school policies. The role involves working across different subjects and year groups, adapting to varied learning needs, and encouraging pupils to work independently. Cover Supervisors also complete essential administrative tasks such as taking registers, collecting completed work, and providing feedback on lesson progress and behaviour. When not supervising a class, they may support wider school operations, including small‑group support, break‑time duties, or helping with events.

Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is confident, adaptable and committed to supporting high‑quality learning across the school. The ideal Cover Supervisor is organised, proactive, and able to create a positive classroom atmosphere that helps pupils stay engaged and focused on their learning activities. They should be calm under pressure, able to manage behaviour in line with school policies, and demonstrate strong communication skills when interacting with pupils, staff, and other stakeholders. They must be capable of working across a wide range of subjects and year groups, responding flexibly to the needs of each class.

About Chellaston Academy
At Chellaston Academy, students are at the heart of everything we do. Our vision is to create mature, confident and successful global citizens who can thrive in an ever changing world, guided by our shared values of Integrity, Care and Excellence.

While strong academic outcomes matter, we believe success is defined by far more than examination results. We are committed to developing the whole person, nurturing qualities such as self-confidence, self-belief and self-esteem, and recognising and celebrating individual talents.

Our students benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum, and we work closely with parents and carers to ensure that, when expectations are high and shared, every child can achieve great things. This includes promoting an excellent attitude centred on respect, high standards of appearance, good manners, full attendance and punctuality.

Chellaston Academy is a school where:

• Diversity is celebrated and inclusion shapes everything we do.
• Children feel safe, happy and supported.
• High expectations drive achievement for all.
• Relationships between staff and students are strong, respectful and built on trust.
• Staff wellbeing is valued, and colleagues genuinely enjoy being part of our community.

Why Join Tapestry?
As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore shortlisted applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions or convictions, and any adult cautions or convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020)

If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this. Please call 01332 702502. Further details about our school can be found on our website: Home - Chellaston Academy

To apply for this position, please visit our careers page via our website: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.