Secondary Cover Supervisor – Southampton
Location: Southampton
Start Date: September 2025
Pay: £90 – £130 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Hours: 8:00am – 3:30pm
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term with the potential to become permanent
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The Role
Supply Desk is working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in Southampton to recruit a full-time Cover Supervisor to start September 2025. This is a long-term position with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.
The successful applicant will supervise classes across a variety of subjects, including Maths, History, and Geography, for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students. While the lessons will be planned in advance, you will be responsible for managing the classroom, maintaining behaviour standards, and ensuring that pupils remain on task.
This is an ideal opportunity for individuals considering a future in teaching or for those with existing experience working in education.
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About the School
* Mixed secondary school catering to students aged 11–16
* Rated ‘Good’ in its most recent Ofsted inspection
* A supportive and inclusive school environment with a strong leadership team
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Candidate Requirements
We welcome applications from candidates who:
* Have experience working with secondary-aged pupils, ideally in a school setting (e.g. as a cover supervisor, tutor, or teaching assistant)
* Are confident with behaviour management and classroom supervision
* Are flexible, professional, and reliable
* Hold a degree or equivalent qualification
* Are willing to cover a variety of subjects as required
* Hold a DBS registered on the Update Service or are willing to obtain one
Qualified teachers and individuals with relevant experience in education are encouraged to apply.
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What We Offer
* Competitive rates of pay: £90–£130 per day (based on experience and qualifications)
* Access to ongoing professional development and training
* Supportive consultancy from an experienced team
* Opportunities for career progression within the school
* Contributory pension scheme
* Refer a Friend Scheme: Recommend a teacher or teaching assistant and you could both receive up to £150.
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How to Apply
To apply, please visit our website at www.supplydesk.co.uk or contact our recruitment team directly.