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.