Aspiring Teacher - Classroom Cover Supervisor (Southampton)

Randstad Education; Fareham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education in Southampton seeks enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to join multiple secondary schools across the area. Ideal for recent graduates or aspiring teachers, this role offers hands-on classroom experience and a clear route into teaching careers.

Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm during term time, with competitive pay (£100-£130 per day). Applicants need a degree and an Enhanced DBS; no lesson planning required, just supervision and student support.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree level or higher.
• Experience: Tutoring, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring or volunteering.
• Skills: Confidence, strong communication, resilience and a proactive attitude.
• Requirements: Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Supervise secondary school students (Key Stages 3 & 4) across various subjects during teacher absences.
• Maintain a positive, orderly and productive classroom environment where students feel supported.
• Deliver prepared work set by the department and ensure students stay on task.
• Collect completed work and provide constructive feedback on student progress and behaviour.
• Uphold school policies regarding behaviour management and safeguarding at all times.

Skills

Confidence

Strong communication

Resilience

Education

Degree level or higher

Job description

Randstad Education in Southampton seeks enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to join multiple secondary schools across the area. Ideal for recent graduates or aspiring teachers, this role offers hands-on classroom experience and a clear route into teaching careers.

Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm during term time, with competitive pay (£100-£130 per day). Applicants need a degree and an Enhanced DBS; no lesson planning required, just supervision and student support.