https://jobs.co.uk/job/cover-manager-academics--a525873f-c64a-44ee-8cae-db7a7aedfc0b RSS feed for Cover Manager at Academics. en-gb Fri, 23 Oct 2026 16:51:17 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/cover-manager-academics--a525873f-c64a-44ee-8cae-db7a7aedfc0b https://jobs.co.uk/job/cover-manager-academics--a525873f-c64a-44ee-8cae-db7a7aedfc0b Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:52:53 GMT Location: Hemel Hempstead | Salary: 25500.00-25500.00 Annual | Type: Permanent | Cover Manager Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Full-time, permanentAbout the RoleWe are seeking an organised, proactive and reliable Cover Manager to join a secondary school in Hemel Hempstead.You will be responsible for coordinating daily cover arrangements for planned and unplanned staff absences, ensuring lessons are covered effectively and the school runs smoothly. You will work closely with the senior leadership team, teaching staff and cover supervisors to manage changing staffing needs.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate daily staff cover and manage last-minute absences.Allocate cover supervisors and update daily rotas and timetables.Liaise with teaching staff, support staff and senior leaders.Ensure appropriate lesson resources and instructions are available.Maintain accurate absence and cover records.The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will have:Excellent organisational and time-management skills.Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.The ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.Good IT skills and attention to detail.Previous school, cover management or timetabling experienc... Permanent