Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; East Meon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a confident Cover Supervisor for a secondary school in Bordon, Hampshire, to start September 2026. The role is full-time, term-time only, 32.5 hours per week across 38 weeks per year, with a competitive salary.

You will deliver pre-planned lessons across KS3/KS4, maintain a positive learning environment and support pupils and staff in safeguarding and pastoral systems. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) is required.
• Good communication and relationship-building with young people aged 11–16.
• Experience in supporting learning and behaviour management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons to students across KS3 and KS4.
• Maintain a calm, purposeful and productive learning environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations.
• Support students with their learning and engagement.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson progress.
• Support safeguarding and pastoral systems across the school.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Confidence with students

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Job description

Cover Supervisor Teaching Personnel•Bordon, Hampshire, England

Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only / Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

A thriving and ambitious secondary school in Bordon is seeking a confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join its dedicated team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for someone considering a career in teaching, education, youth work or pastoral support, or for an experienced Cover Supervisor looking to join a highly supportive school.

About the School

This successful and oversubscribed 11–16 secondary school is situated on a modern, purpose-built campus set within extensive grounds on the edge of the South Downs National Park. The school is recognised for its strong pastoral care, high expectations and welcoming community culture. Staff and students benefit from outstanding facilities including modern classrooms, specialist teaching spaces, sports facilities and extensive outdoor learning areas.

Recent inspection findings highlighted the school's strong behaviour, excellent safeguarding culture and positive student attitudes to learning. Students describe the school as a supportive community where they feel safe, respected and motivated to succeed.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring continuity of learning when teachers are absent. Working across a variety of subjects, you will:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons to students across KS3 and KS4
• Maintain a calm, purposeful and productive learning environment
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school expectations
• Support students with their learning and engagement
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson progress
• Support behaviour, safeguarding and pastoral systems across the school
• Assist with examination invigilation and additional student support where required.

All lesson materials are provided by teaching staff, allowing you to focus on delivering learning and supporting students.

Why Join This School?

The school is committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth, offering:

• Additional October half-term break, meaning staff never work more than seven weeks consecutively
• Supportive and visible senior leadership team
• Comprehensive professional development and career progression opportunities
• Opportunities to train and progress into teaching through established teacher training pathways
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Access to staff discounts, pension schemes and development programmes through a successful multi-academy trust

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who:

• Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)
• Is confident working with young people aged 11–16
• Can build positive relationships and maintain high expectations
• Possesses strong communication and organisational skills
• Is adaptable, resilient and able to work independently
• Has a genuine passion for supporting young people to succeed

Previous experience working with young people or within a school setting is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory pre-employment screening.

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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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