Cover Supervisor

What skills and experience we're looking for

We require a Cover Supervisor to oversee classes of students aged 11-16 for which work has been set during the absence of the class teacher. The role will involve ensuring that the class is well managed and students work productively - also providing in class support when no cover is required. Other duties may include small group intervention.

This role is an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to gain further experience in a school environment as part of their career development and will offer invaluable experience to anyone wishing to pursue a career in teaching.

What the school offers its staff

The Willink is a successful and oversubscribed school with a strong international ethos, attracting learners beyond our catchment, including Hampshire, Reading and Wokingham. The school has 1225 students on roll including 200 in the Sixth Form, and is situated in a pleasant semi-rural setting south west of Reading.

As leaders in mathematics instruction we head the Mobius Maths Hub, a national centre of excellence, thus extending our influence across Berkshire and Wiltshire. We maintain strategic partnerships with Teaching School Hub Berkshire, underscoring our dedication to exceptional education. Above all, The Willink is a lively, welcoming institution encouraging high aspirations and expectations for our learning community.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk

Further details about the role

pro rata salary £18,745 to £20,304

For further information and an application form please visit the school website. Completed application forms should be sent to Mrs Kim Paonessa, HR Co-ordinator, hr@willink.w-berks.sch.uk

For an informal conversation contact Cover Manager, Mrs Taseem Nurbhai tnurbhai@willink.w-berks.sch.uk

The closing date for applications is 12pm on Thursday 5th November 2026 and applications will be reviewed on receipt.

Early application is advised as we hold the right to close the application process early if a suitable applicant applies and is appointed.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance (KCSIE). Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): Childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Medical Online and social media Prohibition from teaching Right to work Satisfactory references Suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. For more information see www.homeoffice.gov.uk