Cover Supervisor (Part Time)

THE ROYAL GRAMMAR SCHOOL, GUILDFORD FOUNDATION; Guildford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Lunch provided during term time

Company pension (employee 5%, school 5

School payroll giving scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Royal Grammar School Guildford is seeking a part-time Cover Supervisor (0.6 FTE) to oversee classes during short-term staff absences. The role runs 8am–4pm three days per week during term time, starting January 2027, with duties including delivering pre-prepared lessons, maintaining a safe, engaging learning environment and supporting pupil wellbeing.

The successful candidate will participate in meetings, training and development and contribute to the broader life of RGS Prep School.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during the absence of the regular teacher.
• Effectively deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and learning activities.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the School's Behaviour Policy and expectations.
• Participate in staff meetings, training and professional development activities.
• Support educational visits, enrichment activities and school events.
• Contribute positively to the ethos, values and reputation of RGS Prep School.

Job description

Cover Supervisor (Part Time)

This is a permanent position offered on a 0.6 FTE part time basis from January 2027.

The Cover Supervisor is responsible for supervising classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff and ensuring that pupils continue to engage productively in their learning.

The post holder will maintain a positive and purposeful learning environment, support pupils' wellbeing and behaviour, and contribute to the wider life of the school.This is a part time, permanent position working 8am to 4pm three days a week during term time.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Supervise whole classes during the absence of the regular teacher.

• Effectively deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and learning activities.

• Manage classroom behaviour in accordance with the School's Behaviour Policy and expectations and to ensure pupils remain engaged and focused on learning tasks, ensuring a safe, calm and productive learning environment at all times.

• Participate in staff meetings, training and professional development activities as required.

• Support educational visits, enrichment activities and school events where appropriate.

• Contribute positively to the ethos, values and reputation of RGS Prep School.

In return you will receive:

• £16,173 per annum (actual salary)

• Private medical cover

• Complimentary lunch during term time

• Company pension scheme with an individual contribution of 5% and a School contribution of 10%.

• Charitable payroll giving scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

RGS Guildford announced its plan at the end of last year to become co-educational; girls will be welcomed into the RGS with a phased entry starting in September 2027.

Locations

• RGS Prep

Job role

• Support

RGS Prep

About Royal Grammar School Guildford

The RGS Prep and Senior Schools are situated in the heart of the historic town of Guildford, a flourishing and vibrant place to live and work.

Our strong staff community is the result of many factors.

Teaching and support staff collaborate professionally to ensure a first class education and excellent pastoral care.

Individual contribution is celebrated through the sharing of new ideas and best practice as well as personal and departmental achievements.

Social groups flourish and are a great opportunity to get to know colleagues in a more informal setting.

Our staff body is diverse and however you choose to involve yourself in school life, you will find yourself among like-minded people.