Cover Supervisor

Position: Full-Time Cover Supervisor with Science Specialism

Location: Secondary School in the New Forest area

Contract Type: Permanent or Fixed-Term

Start Date: September 2025 or sooner for the right candidate

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor with a specialism in science to join our team at a thriving 11-16 comprehensive academy located in the New Forest area. This role involves supervising classes during the short-term absence of teachers, ensuring that students continue to learn and engage with the curriculum.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervise and support students in the absence of their regular teacher.
2. Deliver pre-prepared lessons and ensure students remain on task.
3. Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
4. Support students' learning and development, particularly in science subjects.

About the School:

Our academy is committed to providing an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day. We believe in nurturing the talents and capabilities of all sections of our community, challenging and encouraging every child to achieve their full potential not just in terms of academic attainment but also in relation to the many extra-curricular opportunities and community activities that are on offer. We are a fully inclusive academy, and our recent Ofsted inspection reported that our students enjoy coming to school, which contributes to the calm learning atmosphere you will find around the site.

Our Ethos:

Students at our academy develop the following attributes which fit strongly with our ethos:

1. Confidence: Having faith in themselves and in their ideas; concentrating on the positives and the successes.
2. Motivation: Developing passion, drive, and a desire to succeed.
3. Self-awareness: Recognising their own strengths and areas for development.
4. Competitive Drive: A focus on task completion, using initiative, and seizing opportunities.
5. Willingness to Work Hard: Understanding that change is ongoing; learning from mistakes is critical.
6. Perseverance: Having a strong desire to overcome obstacles.
7. Creativity: Thinking of what “might be”; looking at problems as opportunities.
8. Willingness to Assume Risk: Focusing on good preparation and strategic thinking.
9. Ability to Communicate: Having the ability to speak and present fluently.

Requirements:

1. A passion for science and education.
2. Experience working with secondary school students is desirable.
3. Strong communication and organisational skills.
4. Ability to manage a classroom effectively.
5. A commitment to the school's ethos and values.

Application Process:

If you are enthusiastic about supporting students' learning and are committed to making a positive impact in a school community that values confidence, motivation, self-awareness, and other core attributes, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our dedicated team who shares our commitment to providing an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day.