Cover Supervisor

Philip Southcote School; New Milton; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Holiday entitlement

Training and development

Wellbeing support (24/7 GP)

Discount platform

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

The Arnewood School, part of Bourne Education Trust, is seeking a Cover Supervisor for term-time, permanent work. The role involves supervising classes for 19.5 hours per week across 37 weeks, with flexible hours and on-site duties at the New Milton campus.

The successful candidate will support learning, uphold high standards of behaviour, and assist in safeguarding and inclusion across lessons. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Supervise classes using prepared material to engage learners.
• Establish positive relationships and set high expectations.
• Support inclusion and manage behaviour per policy.
• Demonstrate safeguarding commitment and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes with lesson plans provided by a teacher.
• Build productive relationships and model positive conduct.
• Support inclusive learning in academic and pastoral settings.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and complete required training.

Skills

Classroom supervision

Behaviour management

Student engagement

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Experience in education appreciated

Job description

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

We are seeking a Cover Supervisor to join The Arnewood School part of Bourne Education Trust.

Bourne Education Trust ('BET') is a successful multi-academy trust madeup of twenty fourschools (plus eightfurther associate schools), across primary, secondaryand specialist school phases.

BET's strapline 'Transforming schools...changing lives' reflects our shared beliefthat all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are committedtodeveloping sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform - reimagining the future of education in our schools.

Details

Contract:Term time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 19.5 hours per week , 37 weeks per year. Flexible working hours can be considered.

• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme

Key responsibilities include:

• To supervise classes of students using material planned by a teacher to engage students in learning activities.
• Establish productive working relationships with students acting as a role model and setting high expectations of work and behaviour.
• Assisting the inclusion of all children, to ensure that learning is prioritised. Including dealing with behaviour issues in accordance with the school behaviour policy, in both academic and pastoral settings.
• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification).
• Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development.

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

The closing date for this vacancy is the 28th September 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: CS/0926.