Cover Supervisor

GSL Education; Fareham; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 22,140; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Fareham to recruit a full-time Cover Supervisor for a September start.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to gain valuable classroom experience within a supportive and well-established school. It offers opportunities for CPD and career development, and a competitive daily rate of pay.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged students is desirable but not essential.
• Confident leading a classroom and communicating with young people.
• Able to build positive relationships whilst maintaining high expectations.
• Organised, resilient and able to adapt quickly.
• GCSEs in English and Maths are required or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's policies.
• Ensure students remain focused, engaged and on task.
• Provide support and guidance where appropriate without the need to plan lessons.
• Record attendance and provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff across the school.
• Support the wider school community as required.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication with young people

Relationship building

Organisation & resilience

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Full Time

Location: Fareham, Hampshire
Start Date: September 2026
Interviews: Taking place ASAP

Looking to take the next step in your education career?

GSL Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Fareham to recruit a full-time Cover Supervisor for a September start.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and is looking to make a real difference every day. Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant ready for the next challenge, or a graduate considering a future in teaching, this role offers the chance to gain valuable classroom experience within a supportive and well-established school.

You'll join a dedicated staff team where high expectations, positive relationships and student success are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you'll supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain engaged with the work set and that lessons continue in a calm, purposeful environment. You'll cover a variety of subjects across Key Stages 3 and 4, helping to maintain high standards of behaviour and learning throughout the school day.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's policies.
• Ensure students remain focused, engaged and on task.
• Provide support and guidance where appropriate without the need to plan lessons.
• Record attendance and provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons.
• Build positive relationships with students and staff across the school.
• Support the wider school community as required.

The Ideal Candidate

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working with secondary-aged students (school-based experience is desirable but not essential).
• Are confident leading a classroom and communicating with young people.
• Can build positive relationships whilst maintaining high expectations.
• Are organised, resilient and able to adapt quickly.
• Have GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Are considering a future career in teaching or education.

What You’ll Receive

• A full-time role with a September 2026 start.
• The opportunity to work in a supportive, inclusive secondary school.
• Excellent experience for aspiring teachers and education professionals.
• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from an experienced GSL Education consultant from application through to placement.
• Guidance and interview preparation to give you the best chance of success.
• Access to CPD and career development opportunities.

Why GSL Education?

At GSL Education, we pride ourselves on matching great educators with the right schools for long-term success. Our experienced consultants have an excellent reputation across Hampshire and take the time to understand both our candidates and schools, ensuring every placement is the right fit.

From your initial application through to interview preparation and your first day in school, you'll have a dedicated consultant on hand to support you every step of the way.

If you're ready to begin an exciting new opportunity this September, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today as interviews are being arranged immediately.

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