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Randstad Education; Hythe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time hours

Hands-on classroom experience

Supportive schools network

Job summary

Randstad Education in the UK is seeking a Cover Supervisor in the Southampton/Hampshire area to supervise KS3-4 students across subjects during teacher absences, helping maintain a positive learning environment.

Ideal for recent graduates and aspiring teachers, the role offers fixed hours from 8:30 to 3:30, term time only, with no planning or marking, and opportunities to gain classroom confidence and progress toward PGCE or SCITT programs while following safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Degree level or higher required or equivalent
• Experience tutoring, youth work, mentoring or volunteering is beneficial
• Confidence, communication, resilience and a proactive attitude are essential
• An Enhanced DBS with Update Service (or willingness to apply) is required

Responsibilities

• Supervise KS3-4 students across subjects during teacher absences
• Maintain a positive, orderly classroom environment supporting student learning
• Deliver prepared work and ensure students stay on task
• Collect completed work and provide constructive feedback on progress and behaviour
• Uphold school policies on behaviour management and safeguarding

Skills

Confidence

Strong communication

Resilience

Proactive attitude

Education

Degree level or higher

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Southampton (Ideal for Aspiring Teachers)

Are you a recent graduate or an aspiring teacher looking to gain valuable, hands-on experience in the classroom? We are seeking enthusiastic and adaptable

Cover Supervisors to join vibrant secondary schools across the

Southampton area. This is your chance to make a real impact on student's learning journeys while building the confidence and experience needed for a successful career in education.

What we offer

Work-Life Balance: Fixed school hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Term time only).

Career Growth: A direct route into teaching; build real-world classroom confidence before applying for PGCE or SCITT programs.

Focus on Teaching: Enjoy the classroom without the burden of lesson planning or grading work.

Supportive Environment: Work within a range of secondary schools in the Hampshire area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise secondary school students (Key Stages 3 & 4) across various subjects during teacher absences.
• Maintain a positive, orderly, and productive classroom environment where students feel supported.
• Deliver prepared work set by the department and ensure students stay on task.
• Collect completed work and provide constructive feedback on student progress and behaviour.
• Uphold school policies regarding behaviour management and safeguarding at all times.

Qualifications

Education: Degree level or higher education qualification. Recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply!

Experience: Practical experience working with young people, such as tutoring, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, or volunteering.

Skills: Confidence, strong communication abilities, resilience, and a positive, proactive attitude.

Requirements: An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for a new one).