Cover Supervisor

GSL Education; Fareham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor for a full-time role in Fareham, Hampshire. This position offers flexibility with an immediate or September 2025 start date. Ideal for graduates or aspiring teachers, it provides a chance to build valuable classroom experience without lesson planning pressures. Responsibilities include leading classes, managing behaviour, and maintaining positive learning environments.

Benefits

Access to ongoing professional development

Support from a dedicated consultant

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and classroom presence.
• Ability to effectively manage groups of students.
• A genuine passion for education.

Responsibilities

• Lead classrooms when teachers are absent.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans across subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive environment.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Adaptability

Education

Graduate degree or experience with young people

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Full time Cover Supervisor (CS) – Fareham, Hampshire

Are you a graduate, aspiring teacher, or someone looking for a flexible and rewarding role in education? This is your opportunity to step confidently into the classroom and build essential experience—all without the pressure of planning lessons.

GSL Education are excited to offer an opportunity for a committed and adaptable Cover Supervisor to work across a variety of schools in Fareham. This is a full-time role, with flexible working options available, and an immediate start or a September 2025 start date—whichever suits your schedule best. Work flexibly by selecting the days that fit your schedule, with the option to work up to five days each week.

Responsibilities:

• Take the lead in classrooms when teachers are absent, ensuring learning continues smoothly.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans to students across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Encourage active participation, independence, and respectful interaction among students.
• Provide feedback and report any issues to senior staff as required.

Requirements:

• A confident individual with excellent communication and classroom presence.
• Ability to manage groups of students effectively and adapt quickly to different settings.
• Ideally suited for recent graduates, future trainee teachers, or those with experience working with young people.
• A genuine passion for education and making a difference in students’ learning.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
• An excellent opportunity for those considering a career in teaching.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training.
• A supportive consultant to guide you through every step.

If you are passionate about supporting students and looking to gain valuable experience, apply now to join GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor in Fareham.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for the Cover Supervisor (CS), click ‘apply now’ and submit your most recent CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch soon!

Refer a friend and receive £100 once the referral has worked 5 days through GSL Education.