Cover Manager

We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity to join our school setting in the South Lakes area as a Cover Manager. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the chief financial officer and the senior leadership team, supporting the management of the school's cover on a daily basis and ensuring high-quality provision for students in the event of teaching staff absence.As part of a dedicated and professional team, you will have the chance to develop and showcase your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. This position is ideal for someone looking for a challenging role where they can thrive and advance their career within the education sector.We are seeking an individual with exceptional communication and organisational skills, a keen ability to present information clearly and concisely, and the capability to manage competing demands and meet deadlines effectively. If you are organised, proactive, and passionate about supporting a child's learning journey, we would love to hear from you.This is part-time maternity cover starting March 2025 until December 2025. Working hours are 7.30am - 12.30pm Monday to Friday. The school is based within easy reach of areas such as Carnforth, Lancaster and Kendal. Your new role

• Monitor the reporting system for absences and the diary of events, planning cover in advance wherever possible, to ensure sufficient cover is in place.
• Organise cover for absent teaching and teaching assistant staff using SIMs, utilising school staff in the first instance and supply staff when necessary.
• Liaise with absent staff daily to ensure advanced planning where possible.
• Record all known absence requests and absences on SIMS
• Liaise with external recruitment agencies to engage qualified supply staff to cover absences and temporary vacancies.
• Complete inductions for any staff through agencies on their first day and introduce our systems to ensure they are confident in going into the classroom.
• Provide all the necessary timetable and lesson information for supply and cover teachers to undertake their duties effectively.
• Maintain the administration of all absence requests and liaise with relevant senior leaders over the granting of planned absence.
• Administer any room changes that are required.
• Keep records and information accurate and up to date.
• Prepare back-to-work forms for absent members of staff
• Liaise with the CFO and external HR provider to set up wellbeing meetings in accordance with staff absence policies
• Arrange to meet absent members of staff upon return to work to establish fitness and any requirements for reasonable adjustments

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a fast paced administrative role, ideally within an educational or public sector setting.
• Proven ability to accurately record information and produce clear, concise reports and documents.
• Experience in liaising and building relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including senior leadership teams, governors, staff, and external agencies.
• Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively, with experience of coordinating meetings, managing schedules, and ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role in the South Lakes, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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