Cover Manager - West Coventry Academy

West Coventry Academy is seeking to appoint an organised, proactive and highly reliable Cover Manager to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a member of staff who is looking to develop their career within a dynamic and supportive school environment.

The Cover Manager plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth daily operation of the school by coordinating staff cover arrangements in the absence of teaching staff. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders, teaching staff and administrative teams to ensure lessons are appropriately covered and that disruption to students' learning is minimised.

Key Responsibilities

• Organise and manage daily staff cover arrangements for teaching and support staff absences
• Maintain and update the cover timetable using the academy's management information systems
• Liaise with supply agencies where required to secure external cover staff
• Communicate cover arrangements effectively to staff each day
• Maintain accurate records of staff absences and cover provided
• Support wider administrative and operational functions of the academy where required

What you'll need to succeed

• Be highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Have strong administrative and IT skills
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands

What you'll get in return

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• A strong culture of staff wellbeing and support
• Term time working, supporting a positive work-life balance

How to Apply

To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Louise Saunders, Office Manager, via email . To apply please complete an online application form. Completed applications should include a supporting statement outlining 'what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role'.

Please note we do not accept CV's; applications will only be considered if received on an ATLP application form.

Interviews will take place as soon as suitable applications are received.

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as we reserve the right to interview earlier and withdraw the advert if a suitable candidate is appointed.

Closing Date: Tuesday 28th April 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed