Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

Location: Southampton, Hampshire

Start Date: Immediate

An “Outstanding” Ofsted rated Secondary School located in Southampton is seeking an adaptable and flexible Cover Supervisor to join their team!

This full-time opportunity is ideal for individuals who are keen to gain valuable classroom experience or are considering a future career in teaching.

The Role

In this role, you will play a vital part in keeping learning moving forward by confidently supervising classes of students aged 11-16 years old during teacher absences. You will bring pre‑prepared lesson materials to life, promote positive behaviour that supports school values, and help create an energetic, purposeful classroom environment.

This is a full-time position with an immediate start, offering competitive daily pay between £95 and £130. You will be joining a school known for it exceptional academic performance, broad curriculum with strong teaching, and specialist subject facilities.

This school stands out as an Outstanding (Ofsted) 11–16 secondary school offering:

• Exceptional academic performance
• A broad curriculum with strong teaching
• High‑quality pastoral care and inclusive Catholic ethos
• Excellent behaviour and high expectations
• A wide enrichment programme
• Strong leadership and rapid school improvement

It is one of Southampton’s most respected and high‑performing secondary schools!

Who We Are Looking For

• Brings valuable experience working with secondary‑aged students and is eager to grow within an educational setting
• Confident and adaptable, with the skills to lead a classroom and create a positive learning environment
• A strong communicator who builds meaningful, professional relationships with students
• Passionate about supporting, motivating, and shaping the development of young people

Working Hours / Benefits

• Competitive daily rate
• Holiday Pay included
• Full Time, Monday-Friday, with flexibility tailored to you
• Term-Time Only, perfect for work-life balance
• Access to a multitude of CPD academy online training courses
• Opportunities for professional development and ongoing guidance from Teaching Personnel’s experienced consultants

If you are ready to join one of Southampton’s highest performing Secondary Schools, get in touch today by applying with your CV!

About Us

Teaching Personnel is a specialist education recruitment agency, working with a variety of schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.

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