Term-Time Primary Cover Supervisor – Whole Class Support

Dorset Council; Poole; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development within Trust

Induction programme

Staff well-being support

Beautiful school grounds

Job summary

TEACH Poole Multi-Academy Trust, encompassing Ad Astra Infant School and Canford Heath schools, seeks a Cover Supervisor (EYFS & KS1) in Poole. You will cover classes during teacher absences across primary age groups within a supportive Trust environment.

The role is 32.5 hours weekly, Monday–Friday, term-time only, with a pro-rata salary £26,403–£28,142. Actual salaries range £19,258.75–£20,527.20 and applications close 2 November 2026.

Qualifications

• NVQ3 or equivalent qualifications or higher
• Ability to work across primary age range
• Term-time only commitment

Responsibilities

• Cover classrooms for teacher absences and other school-wide coverage needs

Skills

Teamwork

Enthusiasm

Confidence to teach

Resilience

Can-do attitude

Stamina

Education

NVQ3 or equivalent qualifications or Higher

Job description

TEACH Poole Multi-Academy Trust, encompassing Ad Astra Infant School and Canford Heath schools, seeks a Cover Supervisor (EYFS & KS1) in Poole. You will cover classes during teacher absences across primary age groups within a supportive Trust environment.

The role is 32.5 hours weekly, Monday–Friday, term-time only, with a pro-rata salary £26,403–£28,142. Actual salaries range £19,258.75–£20,527.20 and applications close 2 November 2026.