Teaching Vacancies
Cover Supervisor
BH20 4PF
Key information
- Pay
- Salary not listed
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted date
- 29 Sep 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Oct 2026
About this role
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a responsible, well-organised person to supervise students in the classroom in the absence of the subject teacher.
You will be required to have the necessary skills to manage classroom activities and be concerned for student progress during the period of supervision.
Recent successful experience as a Teaching Assistant or similar position within an educational environment would be desirable.
5 GCSE’s Grade C or equivalent to include English and Maths is essential
This role provides excellent career progression for someone considering training to become a teacher
What the school offers its staff
XS 10.7 COVER SUPERVISOR
TERM TIME ONLY, PLUS ONE INSET DAY
GRADE 6
FULL TIME & PART TIME CONSIDERED
2 DAYS PER WEEK – 12 HOUR - £7,101 pro rated per annum
5 DAYS PER WEEK – 30 HOURS - £17,754 pro rated per annum
PAY AWARD PENDING
PERMANENT POSITION
START DATE – JANUARY 2027
Commitment to safeguarding
The Purbeck School values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all members of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this is a commitment we expect all staff and volunteers to share. The successful candidate will be required to have a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Government safer recruitment guidelines.