Cover Manager – Part time
Grade 6 point 9 – Actual salary: £15,865.11 (equivalent to £27,254 FTE/year). Location: Worthing High School, Worthing, West Sussex. Contract: Permanent part‑time 7 am – 12 noon, 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year (term time only). Flexible working considered. Reports to SLT line manager.
Role Description
Responsible for ensuring lessons are covered daily due to staff sickness or absence; taking calls from staff, recording reasons for absence on the Trust’s MIS (SIMS and Every); managing supply staff logistics within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily Operations: Operate and manage cover system, 7 am cut‑off, liaise with cover supervisor team, allocate work, arrange supply teachers, monitor task completion, ensure cover work in correct folders, arrange morning briefing for external supply teachers, and arrange emergency cover contingency for non‑working hours.
- Strategic & Administrative: Maintain daily dialogue with Director of People on absences; organise statutory and paid duties; supervise mock/formal exams; liaise with trip leaders and EVC for staffing regulations; liaise with subject leads for moderation days; manage lunch duty cover and room bookings; process and secure approval for planned absence application forms; utilise SIMS and Every for external staff details; review supply costs; organise focus days.
- Team & Relationship Management: Develop and maintain relationships with colleagues; maintain confidentiality on staff welfare concerns.
Qualifications and Experience
- Educated to GCSE Standard (A*–C) or equivalent, including English and Maths.
- Proven organisational and time‑management skills; high accuracy and attention to detail; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; manage confidential information; strong IT skills (Google, Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Personal Qualities
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proactive and helpful attitude towards staff, students and parents.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Self‑motivated, reliable, punctual, and committed to high standards of work.
Values and Professional Conduct
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Alignment with school’s ethos and values.
- Willingness to engage in training and continuous development.
- Commitment to providing excellent service to pupils, families, and staff.
What We Offer
- A collaborative and supportive working environment with senior leadership input.
- Chance to make lasting impact on staff and students.
- Competitive salary package and benefits aligned with sector standards.
- Opportunity to work in a DfE Attendance and Behaviour Hub Lead school.
Benefits
- Friendly and supportive environment.
- Opportunity to work with motivated students, parents and staff.
- Location on coast near main line railway and road networks.
- Free well‑being and medical support cover.
- Part of South Downs Education Trust MAT.
- Free use of fitness suite.
How to Apply
Download the application form and job description from the school website. Completed application forms should be sent to Mr Adrian Cook, Headteacher, Worthing High School, at vacancies@sdetrust.net by Monday 13 July 2026 at 9 am. Interview dates will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
Equal Opportunities
South Downs Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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