Cover Manager

Bramcote College is seeking to appoint a highly organised and proactive cover supervisor to play a key role in the smooth day-to-day running of the school. This is a varied and critical operational role combining, Daily coordination of staff cover, Hands-on classroom supervision, Safeguarding and compliance responsibilities and Administrative oversight of staff absence and payroll processes. The successful candidate will ensure that learning continues seamlessly in the absence of teaching staff and that all cover arrangements are in place before the start of each school day. Key Responsibilities will include Plan, coordinate and communicate daily staff cover arrangements Monitor and manage staff absence using the school’s MIS system Process and approve staff leave of absence requests Maintain and update the Single Central Record (SCR) in line with statutory safeguarding requirements Liaise with supply agencies and act as the first point of contact for supply staff Support payroll processes and notify relevant external bodies where required Provide classroom supervision and support learning when required We are looking for someone who: Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Has strong administrative and communication skills Is confident working with IT systems and data Has a strong understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality Is flexible, reliable, and able to start early to ensure cover arrangements are in place before the school day begins Bramcote College is a friendly, inclusive and multicultural place to work and study. We secured a well-deserved Good judgement in February 2024, and achievement is on a secure upward trend. Our students are well-behaved and motivated. “Classrooms are calm and orderly. Around school, pupils are polite and respectful” - Ofsted 2024. We have excellent support from parents and the community, and a talented and positive staff team. We are ambitious for every student and provide high-quality pastoral care and support, as well as outstanding enrichment opportunities for our students and the local community. We are committed to excellent professional development for all. Continued school improvement is supported by membership of The White Hills Park Trust. A new school will be built over the next two years, with anticipated completion Easter 2028. "There are high aspirations for all pupils at Bramcote College. The school’s motto encourages pupils to ‘Work hard, Be well, Do well.' Pupils are happy and appreciate the opportunities that the school gives them." Ofsted 2024. Additional Information about our School and Trust can be found at https://bramcote.college White Hills Park Trust comprises nine successful schools across Nottinghamshire, six primary, two secondary (one including a sixth form) and one special school. It’s an exciting time as the Trust is embarking on a period of steady growth with further schools joining u