Cover Manager & Academic Administrator

  • Oxfordshire
  • Abingdon School
  • Full-time

We are looking for an exceptional administrator with excellent organisational skills to join our school in the role of Cover Manager & Academic Administrator.

For September 2026

We are looking for an exceptional administrator with excellent organisational skills to join our school in the role of Cover Manager & Academic Administrator. The holder of this post will support the work of the Academic Office, which currently comprises of the Deputy Head Academic, the Deputy Head Education Development and the Curriculum Director. In addition the role of Cover Manager supports all staff and students in ensuring staff absences are covered with appropriate allocation. This role also supports the admissions department for the planning of staff for key events.

The School offers a wide range of generous benefits including up to 14.1% employer pension contribution, private healthcare insurance, free use of leisure facilities with discounted exercise classes, free lunches during term time, Christmas closure days and discounted school fees (eligibility criteria apply).

We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.

Early applications are encouraged. We may make an appointment prior to the advertised closing or interview dates.

Closing date: Monday 18 May (9am)

Interview date: Friday 22 May 2026

Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Further Information

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/123312/EDV-2026-AS-63504

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Park Road, Abingdon, OX14 1DE

  • 937 Day Boys (11-19)
  • 136 Boarding Boys (13-19)
  • HMC, ISC

01235 521563 www.abingdon.org.uk

Closing Date: 18 May 2026