Cover Supervisor

Secondary Cover Supervisor – Basingstoke
Location: Basingstoke
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: 8:00am – 3:30pm
Pay: £90 – £130 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term, with potential to become permanent

Supply Desk is seeking to appoint a reliable and professional Cover Supervisor on behalf of a well-regarded secondary school in Basingstoke, starting September 2025. This full-time, long-term position offers the opportunity for a permanent contract for the right candidate.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising classes during teacher absences, delivering pre-prepared lesson materials, and maintaining a focused and respectful classroom environment. You will support a range of subjects across Key Stages 3 and 4, including core and foundation subjects such as Mathematics, English, History, and Geography.

This position is particularly suited to:

• Recent graduates considering a career in education

• Individuals with previous experience in secondary education or working with young people

• Aspiring teachers seeking classroom experience prior to undertaking teacher training

About the School:

• Mixed secondary school catering to students aged 11–16

• Located in Basingstoke, with strong transport links

• Positive and inclusive school culture, with a focus on academic progress and pastoral support

• Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, with strong and effective leadership

Candidate Requirements:

• A degree holder with ideally some experience working with young people or in education

• Strong behaviour management and communication skills

• Adaptable, professional, and committed to supporting student learning

• Must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service

What Supply Desk Offers:

• Competitive daily pay (£90–£130, based on experience and qualifications)

• Access to ongoing training and professional development

• Support from a dedicated local consultant

• Opportunities for career progression and a potential permanent contract

• Contributory pension scheme

• Refer a Friend scheme – recommend a teacher or teaching assistant and earn up to £150