Job details

Salary: £17,676 to £19,239

Employer: Wadham School

Location: Crewkerne, Somerset,

Contract type: Term time

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 9 February 2026 9:00 am

About the job

Key information

  • 30 hours per week, term time plus INSET Days (2)
  • Working from 8.30AM to 3.00PM
  • Full time salary: £17,676 to £19,239 (Grade 13 pt. 6 – 11)
  • Required to start: As soon as possible
  • Closing date for applications: 9.00AM on Monday 9 February 2026

What will I be doing?

We seek an energetic and positive individual who will deliver lessons and manage classrooms when staff are absent.

The Cover Supervisor will also give direction to the Learning Support Assistant within the classroom and be a reliable team member.

When not required for covering lessons, you will support in other areas of the school, such as the Pastoral Hub, undertaking a range of administrative tasks.

We are looking for outstanding individuals who will relish the opportunity to:

  • Work within a team and be reliable and supportive
  • Demonstrate a calm and confident manner in the classroom
  • Give clear instruction to students whilst showing an understanding of their range of needs with an understanding of SEND provisions
  • Relish the opportunity to continue enhancing their own CPD through ongoing training

 

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

You are likely to be someone who:

  • Can demonstrate good knowledge of ICT programmes such as Microsoft TEAMS, Arbor and Outlook
  • Can be flexible and adapt to the needs of the school on a daily basis
  • Enjoys working with young people and can demonstrate an understanding of their needs and requirements

What is in it for me?

Wadham School can offer you:

  • Fulfilment, in knowing that you matter, and the work you do makes a positive difference to the lives you touch
  • Voluntary Somerset County Pension Scheme
  • Ongoing CPD training courses
  • On site parking
  • A supportive and friendly working environment

DBS check

Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant’s background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks.

Supporting documents and information

Visits to the school or an informal talk are warmly encouraged. For all enquires please contact Recruitment@wadhamschool.co.uk or telephone 01460 270123 to discuss.

For a full job description/person specification and an application form please visit the school website

Wadham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Apply on the Wadham School website

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