Cover Supervision Co-Ordinator in Southampton)

Academics; Southampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic secondary school in Southampton is seeking a Cover Supervision Co‑ordinator to manage daily cover arrangements and supervise classes during teacher absences. This full-time, term-time only position offers excellent development opportunities and health benefits. Ideal for someone with strong organisational and communication skills, committed to supporting young people in a positive learning environment.

Benefits

Term‑time only working pattern for work‑life balance

Excellent professional development and training opportunities

Health and wellbeing benefits, including Employee Assistance Programme

Generous family leave

Cycle‑to‑work scheme

Supportive school community

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily cover arrangements for planned and unplanned staff absences.
• Provide supervision for classes during teacher absences.
• Liaise with supply agencies and manage room changes.

Skills

Excellent organisational and administrative skills

Calm, professional, and adaptable under pressure

Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills

Ability to engage and support young people in a classroom setting

Job description

Cover Supervision Co‑ordinator – Secondary School in Southampton

Full Time | Term Time Only | Permanent | Start Date: 2nd January 2026 (or sooner)

Academics are working with a dynamic and forward‑thinking secondary school in Southampton to recruit an organised and enthusiastic Cover Supervision Co‑ordinator to join their team from January 2026.

This is a key role within the school, responsible for coordinating daily cover arrangements for both planned and unplanned staff absences. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth running of the school day, liaising with supply agencies, deploying internal staff, and managing room changes and adjustments as needed.

You will also provide supervision for classes during teacher absences, following set lesson plans and maintaining a positive learning environment.

What We're Looking For:

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Calm, professional, and adaptable under pressure
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and support young people in a classroom setting

In Return, You'll Receive:

• Term‑time only working pattern for work‑life balance
• Excellent professional development and training opportunities
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous family leave and cycle‑to‑work scheme
• The chance to make a genuine difference within a supportive school community

If you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, administrator, or someone with strong organisational and interpersonal skills looking for a rewarding role in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this Cover Supervision Co‑ordinator position in Southampton.