Job Description

Cover Manager/HR Administrator

Location: Barnet, London

Start Date: ASAP for the full academic year

We are seeking an exceptional individual to join an outstanding secondary school in Barnet as a Cover Manager and HR Administrator.

This is an exciting opportunity to be responsible for the management of the schools cover daily. This includes the deployment of the schools cover supervisors, supply teachers and agency teachers and assist with administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage the school\'s cover arrangements, ensuring that classes are covered effectively in the absence of teachers.
• Liaise with teaching staff, support staff, and supply agencies to arrange suitable cover, maintaining accurate records and communication throughout.
• Assist with the recruitment and selection process for new staff members, including advertising vacancies, shortlisting, and coordinating interviews.
• To organise cover for absent teaching staff using SIMS/NOVA T. This will include authorising agency invoices and completing online agency timesheets if necessary and/or signing supply timesheet forms.
• To maintain a teaching supply list, including sourcing new staff to ensure sufficient, quality staff are available when required.
• To monitor the \'report\' systems for absences of staff (i.e. phone line and absence request forms) on a daily basis and the diary of events, planning cover in advance, wherever possible, to ensure sufficient cover is enlisted.
• Update and manage the School Outlook Calendar.
• Ensure that all administrative activities are carried out in accordance with school policy and procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role within a school setting is highly desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with staff at all levels.
• Proficient in using computer software.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

How to apply:

Please submit your CV to or ring 0207 845 5450 (option 2) for further information. We look forward to receiving your application and discussing this exciting opportunity with you!

Tradewind Recruitment