Cover Administrator – Large 11–18 Academy – Sheffield

A large and well-established 1118 academy in Sheffield is seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Curriculum & Cover Administrator to join its central operations team. Serving over 1300 students the school is known for its structured systems strong leadership presence and clear expectations around punctuality attendance and operational efficiency.

The curriculum and cover function is essential to the smooth running of the school day and this role sits at the centre of daily coordination.

The Role
As Senior Curriculum & Cover Administrator you will oversee daily staff cover arrangements while also supporting curriculum timetabling processes throughout the academic year.

Your responsibilities will include:
Coordinating daily staff absence cover and room allocations
Liaising with teaching staff and supply agencies
Maintaining accurate timetable data on the school MIS
Supporting mid-year timetable adjustments and curriculum changes
Preparing cover and staffing reports for senior leadership
Assisting with internal examination rooming logistics
Ensuring continuity of learning through organised scheduling

This role requires early-morning readiness excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to respond calmly to last-minute changes.

The School Environment
This Sheffield academy operates within clear structured routines. Behaviour systems are consistent leadership is visible and expectations around punctuality and communication are high.

The operations team works closely with senior leaders to ensure the school day runs seamlessly. The administrative function is highly valued with defined systems in place for cover timetabling and reporting.

The school benefits from robust MIS systems and established procedures that support efficient coordination.

About You
Previous experience in school cover or curriculum administration
Strong organisational and scheduling skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Confident working with MIS systems and Microsoft Excel
Clear communicator with professional judgement
Flexible and proactive approach

Experience in a large secondary school setting would be highly advantageous.

Whats on Offer
Competitive salary within academy support scales
Structured operational systems and leadership support
Central high-responsibility role within school operations
Professional and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to develop expertise in curriculum coordination

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys fast-paced coordination and wants to play a key role in ensuring the smooth daily running of a large Sheffield academy.