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Support Learning Every Day – Primary Cover Supervisor (CS) Needed in Bournemouth, Dorset!
Job Title: Cover Supervisor (CS)
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Salary Range: £100 - £130 (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: September 2025
Contract: Full-time
Are you looking for a rewarding role in education that offers flexibility and the chance to make a real impact? Do you have classroom experience and a passion for supporting children’s learning? If so, this Cover Supervisor position in Bournemouth might be the perfect fit for you!
GSL Education are inviting applications from motivated individuals to work as Cover Supervisors in welcoming and vibrant primary schools across Bournemouth. This full-time role starts in September and is ideal for those seeking daily variety, whether you are an experienced teacher transitioning to a more flexible career or a confident educator stepping into a new challenge.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising whole classes during teacher absences, ensuring pupils remain on task with their learning and managing classroom behaviour in accordance with school policies.
Job Responsibilities:
- Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of the class teacher.
- Deliver lessons and maintain order in accordance with school policies.
- Ensure pupils remain engaged with their work and provide guidance where necessary.
- Manage behaviour in line with the school's expectations and procedures.
- Collect and return completed work to the appropriate teacher.
- Maintain a calm, inclusive, and productive classroom atmosphere.
Job Requirements:
- Minimum of a Level 3 qualification or a degree (education-related desirable).
- Previous experience working with children in a primary school setting is advantageous.
- Strong communication and classroom management skills.
- A calm and confident demeanour with the ability to use initiative.
- A genuine passion for working with young learners and supporting their development.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Join GSL Education Today!
- Competitive daily rates of £100 - £130, based on experience.
- A flexible working schedule to suit your lifestyle.
- Opportunity to work in supportive and well-resourced schools.
- A chance to gain further experience within a variety of classroom settings.
If you're ready to embrace a flexible and rewarding role in primary education, apply now to become a Cover Supervisor in Bournemouth. Shape young minds while shaping your career path.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Cover Supervisor (CS)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.