Cover Supervisor

Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Start Date: Immediate

An Ofsted-rated “Outstanding” secondary school in Southampton is looking to appoint a reliable and adaptable Cover Supervisor to support their teaching team. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals seeking hands-on classroom experience, particularly those considering a future pathway into teaching.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring continuity of learning across the school. You will confidently manage classes of students aged 11–16, delivering pre-prepared lesson materials in the absence of the classroom teacher. Promoting positive behaviour, reinforcing school values, and maintaining an engaging and well-organised learning environment will be central to your role.

This position offers part-time and flexible working, with an immediate start and a competitive daily rate of £95–£130. You will be working within a school celebrated for its strong academic outcomes, high-quality teaching, and specialist subject facilities.

This is an Outstanding (Ofsted) 11–16 secondary school, widely recognised as one of the highest performing and most respected schools in Southampton. The school offers:

• Exceptional academic performance
• A broad curriculum supported by strong teaching
• High-quality pastoral care within an inclusive Catholic ethos
• Excellent student behaviour and high expectations
• A wide range of enrichment opportunities
• Strong leadership driving rapid school improvement

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with secondary-aged students and is keen to develop within education
• Is confident, flexible, and capable of leading a classroom effectively
• Communicates clearly and builds positive, professional relationships with students
• Is passionate about supporting, motivating, and shaping young people’s development

• Competitive daily pay
• Holiday pay included
• Part-time and flexible working options, Monday–Friday, tailored to suit you
• Opportunity to transition into a full-time position
• Term-time only role for excellent work-life balance
• Access to a wide range of CPD Academy online training courses
• Ongoing professional development and support from Teaching Personnel’s experienced consultants

If you are ready to join one of Southampton’s highest-performing secondary schools, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to take the next step in your education career.

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