Coversupervisor

Teaching Personnel; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Salisbury is seeking a Cover Supervisor to support local secondary schools with classroom supervision and consistent learning across lessons. You will use pre-set lesson plans to keep learners engaged and foster a calm, productive environment.

This full-time/temporary role offers £95-£120 per day, with potential for permanent opportunities. A valid enhanced DBS is required, and the role provides ongoing professional support within a welcoming staffing team.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in supporting young people and education.
• Confident, adaptable and able to manage a classroom effectively.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervising classes across a range of subjects using pre-set lesson plans.
• Creating and maintaining a calm, focused and productive learning environment.
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Supporting pupils to stay on task and engage with their learning.
• Assisting with additional duties when not required to cover lessons.

Job description

Cover Supervisor – Salisbury

Contract: Full-time / Temporary (with potential for permanent opportunities)
Salary: £95-£120 per day

Start your education journey with a rewarding Cover Supervisor role in Salisbury's secondary schools. We're looking for motivated individuals who can confidently manage a classroom and encourage positive learning. Flexible opportunities, great rates of pay, and ongoing professional support are waiting for you.

The Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising classes across a range of subjects using pre-set lesson plans
• Creating and maintaining a calm, focused and productive learning environment
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Supporting pupils to stay on task and engage with their learning
• Assisting with additional duties when not required to cover lessons

The Ideal Candidate

• Has a genuine interest in supporting young people and education
• Is confident, adaptable and able to manage a classroom effectively
• Demonstrates strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Is flexible and comfortable working across different subjects and year groups
• Builds positive relationships with pupils and staff

Requirements

• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not essential
• A valid Child only Enhanced DBS certificate is required, or willingness to obtain one in line with safeguarding and DfE guidance

Why Apply?

• Work in a well‑respected and welcoming school
• Gain valuable experience for those considering a career in teaching
• Be part of a supportive staff team with opportunities to observe best practice
• Enjoy a varied and rewarding role within a dynamic school setting

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ50s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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