Job Introduction
Are you passionate about supporting young people and ready to take on a rewarding role at the heart of school life? Warblington School is looking for an enthusiastic, confident and committed Cover Supervisor to join our team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with students and thrives in a busy, purposeful school environment. Whether you are:
- Considering a future career in teaching and want hands-on classroom experience,
- An experienced educator looking to stay in the classroom without planning/marking pressures,
…this could be the perfect role for you. Full training will be provided.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise classes during teacher absence, delivering pre-prepared work.
- Maintain a positive, calm and productive learning environment.
- Apply school behaviour expectations consistently and support students to make positive choices.
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils.
- Build positive relationships with students and act as a strong role model.
- Contribute to the wider school community and attend meetings/training as required.
What We’re Looking For:
- Confident, approachable and able to engage young people effectively.
- Calm under pressure, adaptable and resilient.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience working with young people (desirable but not essential).
Why Join Warblington School?
- A supportive, welcoming and collaborative staff team.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
- Free financial wellbeing support.
- Free on-site parking and staff wellbeing programmes.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Access to the Blue Light Card scheme.
- Access to salary finance benefits
- Access to Doctor Care 24/7 healthcare for you and up to five dependents.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
