Southampton Cover Supervisor: Path to Teaching, Fixed Hours

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

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a Cover Supervisor for schools in the Southampton area. The role suits recent graduates and aspiring teachers gaining hands-on classroom experience.

Work includes supervising KS3/KS4 across subjects, delivering prepared work, and maintaining a positive learning environment. DBS check required; term-time schedule offers stable hours and opportunities for growth toward PGCE/SCITT programs.

Qualifications

• Degree level or higher education qualification.
• Practical experience with young people (tutoring, youth work, mentoring, volunteering).
• Strong communication abilities and resilience in classroom settings.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply for a new one.

Responsibilities

• Supervise secondary school students (KS3 & KS4) across subjects during teacher absences.
• Maintain a positive, orderly and productive classroom environment.
• Deliver prepared work set by the department and keep students on task.
• Collect completed work and provide constructive feedback on progress and behaviour.
• Uphold school policies on behaviour management and safeguarding at all times.

Skills

Confidence

Communication

Resilience

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Randstad Education is seeking a Cover Supervisor for schools in the Southampton area. The role suits recent graduates and aspiring teachers gaining hands-on classroom experience.

Work includes supervising KS3/KS4 across subjects, delivering prepared work, and maintaining a positive learning environment. DBS check required; term-time schedule offers stable hours and opportunities for growth toward PGCE/SCITT programs.