Cover Supervisor – Secondary Academies Across Bournemouth (ASAP Start, Ongoing Basis)

Secondary schools multi-academy trusts and Sixth Form colleges across Bournemouth (BH postcodes including Central Bournemouth Boscombe Southbourne Winton and Talbot Village) are seeking energetic adaptable Cover Supervisors for an immediate (ASAP) start on an ongoing basis.

Role Overview

As a Cover Supervisor you will play a vital role in maintaining the continuity of students education during teacher absences. You will step into pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 taking charge of the classroom managing student behavior and ensuring pupils complete the work set by absent department staff.

This ongoing position is ideal for graduates aspiring secondary teachers youth workers sports coaches or experienced classroom managers looking for steady full-time or part-time work without the obligations of lesson planning marking or parents evenings.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pre-set lessons across diverse secondary subjects (STEM Humanities Languages Creative Arts) in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4

• Create a safe purposeful and structured learning environment in every classroom

• Enforce each schools behavior management policy consistently handling classroom dynamics calmly and authoritatively

• Distribute learning materials explain set instructions clearly and assist pupils with their tasks

• Complete electronic attendance registers accurately at the start of every period

• Collect completed student work and leave structured handover notes for returning class teachers

Whats on Offer

• Immediate & Ongoing Work: ASAP start with long-term ongoing daily cover or block bookings across Bournemouth secondary schools

• Flexible Schedule Options: Choose full-time cover (5 days/week) or select specific regular days that fit your commitments

• Competitive Pay: Paid weekly via PAYE on market-leading daily cover rates

• Zero Admin Burden: No lesson planning marking or extra-curricular duties required

• Career Progression: Excellent practical classroom management experience for candidates considering future PGCE SCITT or teaching routes

Candidate Requirements

• Degree qualification OR strong secondary classroom/youth leadership experience (e.g. Teaching Assistant Sports Coach Youth Leader Tutor)

• Strong classroom presence confidence and natural behavior management skills

• Excellent communication adaptability and organizational skills

• Ability to handle unexpected timetable shifts and comfortably manage different subject environments

• An active DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for these ongoing Cover Supervisor opportunities across Bournemouth.