Science Lesson Cover Supervisor

Brookfield Community School; Sarisbury; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Brookfield Community School is seeking a Science Lesson Cover Supervisor with the option to also co-tutor a personal development group. The role offers term-time hours, typically 8.20am–2.45pm, with flexibility around patterns to support work/life balance.

The position is based at Brookfield Lane, Sarisbury Green, Hampshire, SO31 7DU, and involves class supervision, SEN support, and occasional cross-department coverage.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during teacher absence using prepared lesson materials.
• Co-tutor a personal development group if desired.
• Supervise study booths and the supervision room.
• Support students with SEN needs.
• Help students stay focused and engaged.

Skills

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Calm and confident

Desire to grow

Job description

Science Lesson Cover Supervisor (with the opportunity to also be aCo-tutor)

Required ASAP

Core school hours are 8.20am – 2.45pm, however, we understand that everyone has different commitments and support staff to manage a good work/life balance. This means that we are open to discussions around working patterns and hours

Grade D: (£28,697FTE) if working 30 Hours a week, term time only, Actual Salary £19,902

Brookfield is evolving the way we provide lesson cover and are seeking enthusiastic, reliable individuals to join our school community as part of a strong and supportive team.

This role will be primarily aligned with our Science subject area — enabling you to build relationships within that team, develop familiarity with schemes of work, and gain confidence with subject‑specific resources — but you will also provide lesson cover across other areas of the school as required.

This approach offers the best of both worlds: a clear departmental home and sense of belonging, alongside the variety and flexibility that comes with supporting the wider school. In addition to supervising lessons during staff absence, you will contribute to student support, in‑class support within your linked department and, where needed, across the school.

Why this role could be right for you

• Graduates or career changers exploring teaching as a future pathway
• Individuals currently feeling bored or unfulfilled in their role and looking for meaningful work
• Those who enjoy working with young people and being part of a vibrant community
• Many Cover Supervisors use this role as a stepping stone into teacher training, and we actively support colleagues with applications, references and experience‑building opportunities.

What you’ll be doing

• Work closely with the specified department, supervising whole classes during teacher absence using prepared lesson materials and working with class teacher to support students in classes at other times
• The opportunity, if you wish, to co‑tutor one of our personal development groups, led by an experienced teacher you will take a tutor group for part of the week. This is an excellent opportunity to build relationships with the students and become part of the school community
• Helping out to supervise study booths and the supervision room as well as providing support for our students with SEN needs.
• Supporting students to stay focused, engaged and on task
• Building positive relationships with students and staff
• Being a visible, valued part of the wider school community
• There will be times when we need you to help out in other areas when absence is particularly high but you will predominantly be working within your own department.

Previous experience working with young people is desirable but not required — we are far more interested in your attitude, reliability and willingness to learn.

Training and support

You will not be expected to “sink or swim”.

We offer:

• A structured induction programme in your first weeks
• Ongoing training in classroom management and behaviour strategies
• Opportunities to observe teaching and attend teaching and learning sessions
• Support from experienced staff and senior leaders

What we’re looking for

• A positive, calm and confident approach
• An interest in young people and education
• Good communication skills and professionalism
• A desire to develop and grow in the role

In return, we offer a welcoming team, excellent support, and a role where no two days are the same — and where you can see the impact of your work every day.

Brook Lane, Sarisbury Green, Hampshire, SO31 7DU