Cover Supervisor

A dynamic and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Bournemouth is seeking to appoint a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor to join their team ASAP.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to gain valuable classroom experience within a supportive secondary environment. Whether you are considering a future career in teaching or already have experience working with young people, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on students’ day-to-day learning.

The Role:

• Supervising whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff.

• Delivering pre-set work and ensuring students remain on task.

• Managing classroom behaviour in line with the school’s policies.

• Providing feedback to teaching staff regarding student progress and engagement.

• Supporting students in maintaining a focused and productive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience working with secondary-aged students (education-based experience is desirable but not essential).

• Be confident leading a classroom and managing behaviour effectively.

• Demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills.

• Be adaptable, resilient and able to think on their feet.

• Be committed to supporting students’ academic and personal development.

The school offers a welcoming team environment, clear behaviour policies and ongoing support from senior leadership. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a thriving secondary setting.

This position is to start ASAP, and early applications are strongly encouraged.

If you are enthusiastic, dependable and ready to step into the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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