Key Role Information

Salary
£33,010 per annum
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
02/02/2026 09:00
Interview
10/02/2026
Contract term
AYR - All year round
Pay grade
Support Staff | 13 - 18
Department
Student Services
Key stage
Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
Hours per week
35.00
Weeks per year
52.143
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Are you passionate about the Arts? Do you wish to inspire young people? 


Would you like to work somewhere unique, where you make a difference? 


Are you confident and comfortable working with young people in a supervisory role in the classroom? 


We are seeking a committed, organised, and adaptable Cover Supervisor and Administrator to join our Admissions and Student Services team on a fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will play a vital dual role, supervising classes during teacher absence to ensure continuity of learning, while also providing high-quality administrative support at the main reception and across the department.


This position requires excellent communication and organisational skills, confidence in managing student behaviour positively, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing. The post holder will work closely with teaching and support staff in a busy school environment, supporting the smooth running of daily operations and contributing to a safe, supportive, and effective learning atmosphere for all students.


The BRIT School is a unique institution offering specialist education in the arts and related technologies, alongside the full range of National Curriculum subjects. It is sponsored by the British Record Industry Trust and has a unique relationship with the performing arts industries.


The BRIT School runs a 5 Term academic year with some school holidays falling at different times to the usual Local Authority school breaks. 

Please see our website for further details of our term dates.



Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Capacity to work flexibly across administrative, reception, and classroom-based duties.essential
Ability to remain professional, resilient, and solution-focused under pressure.essential
High level of organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.essential
Ability to manage groups of students effectively, maintaining calm authority and consistencyessential
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage positively with students, parents/carers, staff, and visitorsessential
Experience of working in a fast-paced, front-facing role requiring professionalism and discretion.essential
Experience of administrative work, including accurate data entry and record keeping.essential
Experience delivering supervised learning activities or providing classroom cover.essential
Experience working with a diverse cohort of young people aged 14–19 in an educational or youth setting.essential
Competence in using ICT systems, including databases, email, and document management tools.essential
Understanding of inclusive practices and personalised learning approaches.
Knowledge of Key Stage 4 curriculum and assessment processes.

Personal Attributes

Cooperative personality and the ability to interact positively with young peopleessential
A confident but welcoming manner when dealing with staff, students, parents and members of the public essential
Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.essential
High levels of integrity, reliability, and discretionessential
Willingness to adapt to change and contribute positively within a developing team structureessential
Commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and shared responsibility.essential
Professional, approachable, and calm manner, acting as a positive role model for students.essential
Energy, enthusiasm and a commitment to the learning process essential
A commitment to the School’s mission, ethos and equal opportunities policyessential
An empathy with the use of the Arts in educationessential

Qualifications

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above.essential
Commitment to undertaking relevant training, including safeguarding, first aid, and health and safety.essential
Qualification in education, administration, or a related field.
Training or certification related to behaviour management, SEN/AEN, or safeguarding.

About Us

Pastoral Team Department at The BRIT School

Lisa Hills

lhills@brit.croydon.sch.uk

60
The Crescent
Croydon
Croydon
SE25 5PW

Safeguarding Information

The BRIT School is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for children, staff, and visitors and promoting a climate where children and adults will feel confident about sharing any concerns they may have about their own safety or the well-being of others.


Here is a Safeguarding Policy