Cover Supervisor

We are seeking a confident, adaptable, and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our dynamic academy. While the role can be demanding, it is also highly rewarding for individuals who are resilient, proactive, and passionate about supporting young people.

As a Cover Supervisor , you will play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. You will supervise whole classes, ensuring students remain on task with the work set, manage classroom behaviour effectively, and create a positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise classes across a range of subjects in the absence of teaching staff

Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and ensure students engage with their learning

Manage classroom behaviour in line with academy policies

Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour

Support the wider school team as required

What We Are Looking For:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Confidence in managing groups of students in a classroom setting

Resilience and the ability to remain calm under pressure

A proactive and flexible approach to work

A commitment to supporting students in a challenging but rewarding environment

Fortis Academy is more than a school. It is a thriving community where ambition, hard work, and opportunity come together. With a brand new, state of the art campus opening in 2030, Fortis is on track to become the largest academy in Birmingham, educating over 2,000 students from Year 11 to Sixth Form.

Our mission is simple: Enriching Lives. We develop confident, capable young people guided by our core values of character, resilience, and aspiration, which shape everything we do.

We offer a challenging, well-structured curriculum from GCSE to post 16 pathways, preparing students for further education, employment, and life beyond school. Every student is equipped with an iPad to support modern, flexible learning in school and at home.

Our success is driven by over 200 dedicated staff who are fully committed to supporting students and improving practice. Student wellbeing is central to life at Fortis, with strong support for mental health, confidence, and personal development. Our Sixth Form is one of Birmingham’s strongest, with a Value-Added score of 0.36 in 2026, enriched by opportunities that broaden horizons and build real world skills.

With outstanding facilities ahead and a growing community, Fortis Academy continues to inspire, support, and challenge every student to succeed.

All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position.

At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role has the power

to transform a life. Whether you’re supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in

the classroom, or leading with vision, you will be part of something truly

meaningful. Our values — opportunit