Cover Supervisor (The Hastings Academy)

Hours of work: 32.5 Hours

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.

(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Wednesday 21 January 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

The Hastings Academy

Rye Road

Hastings

East Sussex

TN35 5DN

Phone: 01424 711950

Email: recruitment@thehastingsacademy.org.uk

Website: www.thehastingsacademy.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Working pattern - Full time or part time:

Finding the very best talent is important to us and we wouldn't want to lose our ideal candidate due to working hours. We are happy to talk about your preferred working pattern and what might be suitable for the role.

Actual full-time starting salary (calculated pro rata): £19,925 per annum

We are looking to recruit a Cover Supervisor who, in the absence of the class teacher can cover lessons across a wide range of subjects. This includes delivering lessons in accordance with the work set by the teacher/Head of Department and also providing support for the Pastoral team.

We are looking for someone who:

• has a drive for excellence and a desire to deliver lessons of an outstanding quality
• is highly organised, motivated and committed to the role
• has experience working in teaching or in providing support in the classroom
• is a team member who will collaborate with colleagues to ensure a high level of communication both internally and externally
• is flexible to the changing demands of the role
• is able to build positive working relationships with students
• has enthusiasm, presence and authority who can deliver consistently

Who are we?

Our mission is to provide all our students with the opportunities they need to become well-rounded citizens who believe in themselves, value others and can make a positive difference to their world. This year, we were the most improved school in Hastings!

We believe in every student's potential, and we encourage them to aim high. Our students are taught to have respect for themselves, the community and each other.

All who work and are a part of The Hastings Academy are continually striving to ensure we are the academy of choice. We have a published admissions number of 180 (900 pupils in total) and host a special facility for up to 10 young people with speech, language, and communication difficulties.

Why work with us?

We truly value the experience, dedication, and commitment of all our employees and believe in the power of motivated and happy staff. This is why at Hastings Academy staff well-being is not an afterthought. It is not confined to the occasional mindfulness session or a token ‘well-being day.’ Instead, we have systematic approach embedded well-being into the operational and cultural architecture of our school. We call this ‘Well-Being by Design’.

• Remote PPA: All teaching staff are entitled to one afternoon of remote PPA per week, allowing them to work from home during this time.
• Professional growth at our school is developmental, not performative. We have replaced one-size-fits-all CPD with a rich coaching offer.
• Only One After-School Event per Week: Always on Thursdays. No doubles. No burnout.
• Well-Being Ambassadors & Weeks: Our school has designated staff responsible for promoting well-being, feeding back directly to leadership and organising well-being weeks.
• Perks and Benefits: We offer access to discounted gym memberships, the cycle-to-work scheme, and staff-only perks to support physical and financial well-being.
• Complimentary Food: Staff enjoy free tea and coffee daily, complimentary breakfast every morning and hot food provided before evening events such parents' evenings.
• Two-Week October Half Term: Our autumn term is the longest of the year. Instead of running an exhausting 8-week block followed by 7 more, we’ve redesigned the calendar into two balanced 7-week half terms.

Our commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is considered exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020 and 2023. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Further information is available here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Applications are welcome from all members of the community. We are proud to be part of the government’s Disability Confident scheme which underpins our staff and volunteer recruitment practices. If you would like any support or assistant at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know, by contacting us by email at recruitment@thehastingsacademy.org.uk

Find out more!

To arrange a visit or to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact Conni Francis at c.francis@thehastingsacademy.org.uk

Closing date: 21 January 2026 - Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the advert may close early if a suitable candidate is found

Interview date: To be confirmed

Proposed start date: February 2026