Aspiring Teacher: Classroom Supervisor (Southampton)

Randstad Education; Botley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education in the Southampton area is seeking a motivated Cover Supervisor to support secondary schools during teacher absences. You will supervise KS3/KS4 classes, deliver pre-set work, and help maintain a positive learning environment.

Ideal for recent graduates aiming to become teachers, this role offers fixed school hours 8:30–3:30, term-time only, with opportunities to gain classroom confidence ahead of PGCE/SCITT applications.

Qualifications

• Degree level or higher education qualification; recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Experience: Practical experience working with young people, such as tutoring, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, or volunteering.
• Skills: Confidence, strong communication abilities, resilience, and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Requirements: An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for a new one).

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

Communication skills

Resilience

Positive attitude

Education

Degree level or higher education qualification

Job description

Randstad Education in the Southampton area is seeking a motivated Cover Supervisor to support secondary schools during teacher absences. You will supervise KS3/KS4 classes, deliver pre-set work, and help maintain a positive learning environment.

Ideal for recent graduates aiming to become teachers, this role offers fixed school hours 8:30–3:30, term-time only, with opportunities to gain classroom confidence ahead of PGCE/SCITT applications.