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Cover Supervisor – Salisbury
Full-time | Mainstream Secondary School
A well‑established and supportive secondary school in Salisbury is looking to appoint a motivated and confident Cover Supervisor to join their team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining practical classroom experience and exploring a future career in teaching or education.
⭐ About the Role
This position is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, or anyone with experience working with young people who wants to develop strong behaviour management skills, classroom presence, and a deeper understanding of secondary education.
Working across KS3 and KS4, you will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring that learning continues effectively through the delivery of pre‑prepared work. Although you will not be responsible for planning lessons, the role provides valuable insight into school life and classroom practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervising classes when teachers are absent
- Keeping students engaged and on task with set work
- Managing behaviour in accordance with school policies
- Maintaining a calm, respectful, and productive learning environment
- Taking registers and reporting concerns to senior staff
- Providing feedback to teachers on student behaviour and engagement
- Acting as a positive and professional role model
The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Feel confident working with secondary‑aged students
- Communicate clearly and professionally
- Stay calm, adaptable, and organised in a busy school setting
- Have a genuine interest in education and potential teacher‑training routes
- Work effectively as part of a wider school team
Experience in a school or youth‑focused environment is advantageous, but full training and support will be provided for the right person.
What the School Offers
- A welcoming and supportive staff community
- Clear behaviour expectations
- Valuable experience to support future progression into teaching or education
Location: Salisbury
School Type: Mainstream Secondary
Contract: Full-time
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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