Job description
We are seeking to appoint a Cover Supervisor to provide essential continuity of learning during teacher absence. This is a diverse and varied role across all curriculum areas with strong connections built throughout all departments.
Required to work up to 32.5 hours per week (8.15am-3.15pm Monday - Friday) or part time will be considered, term time only (39 weeks per year).
A firm but non-confrontational approach towards discipline is essential, as are excellent communication skills. Experience of working with young people is desirable, although full training will be provided. Applicants need to have a good general education and be educated to GCSE level C or equivalent in Maths and English. Graduates looking for future teaching careers will be considered.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Hounsdown School
Academy converter · Secondary · Ages 11–16
- Pupils
- 1,281
- Avg teacher salary
- £46,722
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 16.2:1
- Academy trust
- HOUNSDOWN SCHOOL
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Location
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Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 9FT
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- Salary
- £26,017.00 - £31,572.00 Annually (FTE) Part Time – up to 32.5 hours per week between 8.15am and 3.15pm / Term time only (39 weeks)
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Part time
- Posted
- 3 September 2026
- Closing date
- 18 September 2026
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