Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor (PE & General Cover) – Full Time

Start date: ASAP

We are seeking a confident, proactive Cover Supervisor to provide PE and general lesson cover within a specialist learning centre in Christchurch. This is a full-time role suited to someone who is passionate about supporting young people and excels in behaviour-focused environments.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining consistency, structure, and high expectations across the learning day. A strong presence, calm approach, and the ability to positively manage behaviour are essential, particularly during PE sessions where engagement and regulation are key.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervising PE lessons and providing general cover across the curriculum as required
• Delivering pre-planned work and ensuring pupils remain engaged and on task
• Implementing clear and consistent behaviour strategies
• Promoting positive behaviour, teamwork, and respect, particularly within physical activities
• Maintaining a safe, structured, and purposeful learning environment
• Building strong, professional relationships with pupils and staff
• Working collaboratively with teaching and pastoral teams

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience working with children or young people with challenging behaviour
• Be confident leading groups, including in PE and active settings
• Demonstrate calm, assertive, and consistent behaviour management
• Be adaptable and comfortable covering a range of subjects
• Be resilient, reliable, and able to remain composed under pressure
• Have a genuine interest in supporting pupils who may struggle in mainstream education

What’s on Offer:

• A full-time, term-time position
• A rewarding opportunity to positively impact pupils’ behaviour, engagement, and confidence
• A supportive staff team with clear systems and expectations
• Ongoing training and professional development

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys an active working day, values structure and routine, and is committed to helping young people succeed both academically and behaviourally.

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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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