About the Role
GSL Education is delighted to partner with a thriving secondary school in Waterlooville to recruit a full-time Cover Supervisor. This role is ideally suited to aspiring teachers keen to gain vital classroom experience before embarking on teacher training or to existing teachers who want to take a step back from the demands of full class planning, whilst remaining immersed in the school environment.
* Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, term time only
* Contract type: Permanent (following a successful probation period)
* Start date: As soon as possible
Why This School?
This is a welcoming, inclusive school with a strong reputation for both academic quality and student personal development: according to the most recent inspection, its quality of education is rated “Good”, and its personal development provision is rated “Outstanding”. Students are polite, respectful, and well supported through excellent pastoral systems. The school promotes core values around respect, commitment, achievement, and responsibility, which guide its day-to-day culture. There’s also a strong commitment to blended learning: staff and students use a virtual learning platform, so lessons are well supported both in class and independently.
What You’ll Do
As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
* Supervise lessons in a range of subjects, ensuring continuity of learning when regular teachers are absent.
* Deliver pre-prepared materials effectively, helping students stay on track with their curriculum.
* Manage classroom behaviour, maintaining the school’s high expectations.
* Support students’ learning, including facilitating engagement and assisting with tasks where required.
Why This Role Is Great for You
* For Aspiring Teachers: Build your classroom confidence, deepen your understanding of secondary classroom dynamics, and gain experience that will strengthen your teacher training application.
* For Experienced Teachers: Continue contributing to student learning without the full burden of planning, marking, and curriculum design.
* Work–Life Balance: Term-time hours and no evening/weekend planning mean more time outside the school day.
* Career Security: The role is permanent once probation is passed, offering stability.
* Support from GSL: You’ll have an experienced consultant by your side throughout the process from application to interview and beyond.
About the School
* Mixed secondary school for students aged 11–16.
* Non-selective, foundation school with a strong inclusive ethos.
* Strong emphasis on personal development: students regularly take on leadership roles, and enrichment opportunities are a core part of school life.
* A commitment to blended learning and use of technology to enhance student engagement.
What We’re Looking For
* Excellent classroom management and strong interpersonal skills.
* Flexibility and adaptability to work across different subject areas.
* Reliability and professionalism, you’ll be stepping in to maintain high standards in others’ absence.
* Ideally, some previous experience working with young people, though this is not essential if you’re looking to train as a teacher.
* A willingness to uphold and contribute to the school’s values and positive learning environment.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take your next step in education, whether that’s building experience for teacher training or taking on a rewarding supervisory role please contact GSL
Education:
* Submit your CV and a short cover letter via our portal
* Or email Harry.Davies@gsleducation.com to express interest or request more information
* Our consultant will guide you through the process, including preparing for interview and helping you understand the school culture