Secondary - Cover Supervisor
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- England,South East,Hampshire,Southampton
- Full Time, Permanent
- £24,999 - £26,683 per annum, inc benefits
Job Description:
Cover Supervision Co-Ordinator
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: SCP 13-17 £29,064–£31,022 FTE / £24,999–£26,683 TTO
Start Date: 2nd January 2026
Closing Date: 21st November 2025, 11:59 PM
About the Role
A secondary school in Southampton is seeking a well-organised, motivated, and enthusiastic Cover Supervision Co-Ordinator to manage daily cover arrangements for staff absences. This is a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of the school day. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organisational and interpersonal skills, flexibility, and excellent administrative and IT capabilities. You will also occasionally supervise lessons, so a calm and professional manner and the ability to relate well to young people is essential.
Key Responsibilities
*Plan and coordinate daily cover for planned and unplanned staff absences
*Liaise with supply agencies and deploy internal and external staff
*Administer room changes and respond to cover needs throughout the day
*Supervise lessons using provided plans, maintaining a positive learning environment
Person Specification
*Calm and professional under pressure
*Excellent communication and ICT skills (Office Suite proficiency required)
*Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
*Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment
*Experience working with young people is desirable
What We Offer
*Term-time only working for better work-life balance
*Extensive training and development, including access to Apprenticeship Levy funding
*Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (approx. 20% employer contribution)
*Health Shield, EAP, Occupational Health support
*Free eye tests and generous family leave entitlement
*Cycle to Work scheme
*A supportive and friendly team environment
*A genuine opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant community
How to Apply:
Apply on this advert, or email with your most up to date CV, with a short cover letter detailing your experience for the role, and a time we can call at your best convenience. I will respond to you shortly after, I look forward to hearing back from you soon! If you are looking for a different role within a school, please feel welcome to contact me still!
Please kindly note, we do not offer sponsorship.
Kind regards
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time, Term Time Only
Salary: SCP 13-17 £29,064–£31,022 FTE / £24,999–£26,683 TTO
Start Date: 2nd January 2026
Closing Date: 21st November 2025, 11:59 PM
About the Role
A secondary school in Southampton is seeking a well-organised, motivated, and enthusiastic Cover Supervision Co-Ordinator to manage daily cover arrangements for staff absences. This is a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of the school day. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organisational and interpersonal skills, flexibility, and excellent administrative and IT capabilities. You will also occasionally supervise lessons, so a calm and professional manner and the ability to relate well to young people is essential.
Key Responsibilities
*Plan and coordinate daily cover for planned and unplanned staff absences
*Liaise with supply agencies and deploy internal and external staff
*Administer room changes and respond to cover needs throughout the day
*Supervise lessons using provided plans, maintaining a positive learning environment
Person Specification
*Calm and professional under pressure
*Excellent communication and ICT skills (Office Suite proficiency required)
*Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
*Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment
*Experience working with young people is desirable
What We Offer
*Term-time only working for better work-life balance
*Extensive training and development, including access to Apprenticeship Levy funding
*Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (approx. 20% employer contribution)
*Health Shield, EAP, Occupational Health support
*Free eye tests and generous family leave entitlement
*Cycle to Work scheme
*A supportive and friendly team environment
*A genuine opportunity to make a difference in a vibrant community
How to Apply:
Apply on this advert, or email with your most up to date CV, with a short cover letter detailing your experience for the role, and a time we can call at your best convenience. I will respond to you shortly after, I look forward to hearing back from you soon! If you are looking for a different role within a school, please feel welcome to contact me still!
Please kindly note, we do not offer sponsorship.
Kind regards
Job number 3084655
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Company Details:
, Reed Education
Company size: 100–249 employees
Industry: Education
Reed Education is one of the UK’s fastest growing education recruitment agencies, providing expertise in EYFS, primary, secondary, SEN and furth...