Key Role Information

Salary
£25,615.00 FTE
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
14/05/2026 12:00
Interview
21 May 2026
Start
1 September 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
L.E.A.D Support Payscale - Banded | SCP 10 - SCP 15
Department
Cover Supervisors
Key stage
Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2
Hours per week
37.00
Weeks per year
45.183
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Are you a passionate, dedicated unqualified teacher ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people? Birley Spa Primary Academy, part of the L.E.A.D Trust, is seeking an enthusiastic Unqualified Teacher (cover supervisor) to join our committed team.

At Birley Spa Primary Academy, we believe every child deserves an exceptional education.


We are proud of our inclusive, supportive culture where staff are valued and encouraged to develop. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented unqualified teacher to inspire, challenge, and support students to achieve their very best.


What we offer:

  • A welcoming and supportive academy community
  • High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
  • A strong culture of collaboration and wellbeing
  • The chance to be part of a forward-thinking Trust committed to excellence in education


What we’re looking for:

  • A commitment to raising standards and aspirations for all pupils
  • A reflective practitioner who thrives in a collaborative environment
  • Someone who shares our vision and values, and who is ready to contribute to academy life beyond the classroom


Birley Spa Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to contribute to the delivery of lessons.essential
High level of oral and written communication skillsessential
Ability to work as part of a teamessential
Able to work to tight deadlines, managing and prioritising time effectivelyessential
Self-starter, with and ability to work independently & use own initiative to overcome obstaclesessential

Experience

An understanding of Keeping children safe in educationessential
A basic knowledge of the work of a schoolessential
Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs

Personal Attributes

Have an openness to learning and changeessential
Have a positive attitude to personal development and trainingessential
Be able to work in ways that promote equality of opportunity, participation, diversity and responsibilityessential

About Us

Birley Spa Primary Academy

Claire Nicoara

officemanager@birleyspaacademy.co.uk

Birley Spa Primary Academy
Jermyn Crescent
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S12 4QE

Safeguarding Information

L.E.A.D Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.


L.E.A.D Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.