Job description
Cover Supervisor – Secondary Schools – Southampton, Hampshire
Start Date: September 2025 | Contract Type: Full-Time
Are you seeking full-time work in education and eager to support students in their learning?
GSL Education are currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable full-time Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools in Southampton, Hampshire, starting from September 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with experience working with young people to gain practical classroom experience. You will also have the flexibility to choose your working days—up to five days per week available—you can make this role suit your schedule and career plans.
In this role, you will take charge of the classroom during teacher absences, ensuring students remain focused, complete set tasks, and follow school behaviour policies. Strong classroom management is essential.
Cover Supervisor – Secondary Responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver pre-set lessons to classes in the absence of the class teacher
- Ensure students remain on task, follow instructions, and complete their work
- Manage behaviour effectively in line with school expectations
- Build positive relationships with students to encourage a productive environment
- Support classroom routines, transitions, and registration duties
- Report back to staff on lesson outcomes and student behaviour
- Adapt to different subjects and school settings with a professional approach
Cover Supervisor (CS) Requirements:
- Excellent classroom management and communication skills
- Confidence, adaptability, and a proactive mindset
- CACHE Level 2/3 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Teaching Assistant or Childcare is desirable but not essential.
- Ideal for graduates or aspiring teachers looking for experience
- Prior experience with secondary-aged students or in school settings as a Cover Supervisor or similar (desirable)
- Have an updated CV and an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
Why choose GSL:
- Flexible working – select your preferred days
- Work placements in supportive and diverse local schools
- Personalised guidance from experienced and caring consultants
- Transparent, ethical, and people-first recruitment practices
If you are a dependable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor ready to make a difference in students' lives, we encourage you to apply today!
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 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.
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