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Cover Supervisor

Foundry Lane Primary School · Southampton · Southampton

Job description

Cover Supervisor

35 hours per week

Working hours - Monday to Friday 8.15am to 3.45pm

39 weeks per year (Term Time only)

Grade D1 to D5 - £28,696 to £31,572 FTE

Actual Annual Salary - £23,281.94 to £25,615.33 Subject to experience

Foundry Lane Primary School is seeking a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join our team, supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the school, working with teachers to with teachers to plan, organise and support teaching and learning activities for classes.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference, thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a school where pupils feel valued, motivated and supported to achieve their very best.

This role requires flexibility, teamwork and a proactive approach. In return, you’ll be part of a supportive school environment where your contribution truly matters.

We are proud of our diverse and warmly inclusive community, where many languages, cultures and children with special educational needs learn together. Our pupils benefit from a creative, engaging and memorable curriculum that nurtures curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise whole classes during teacher absence, ensuring pupils remain on task
  • Deliver pre-set lessons and provide clear instructions to support learning
  • Manage behaviour effectively in line with school policies
  • Support pupils with varied learning needs, including SEN
  • Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil engagement and progress
  • Contribute to a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment

Key Requirements

  • NVQ 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent
  • Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy
  • Experience working with students in a formal setting
  • Experience of delivering whole class teaching
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage behaviour calmly and confidently
  • Good organisational skills and the ability to adapt quickly
  • Commitment to supporting pupils’ learning and development

For full details please see the attached job description and person specification.

If you are interested in this position, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to interview exceptional candidates prior to the closing date.

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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About this school

Foundry Lane Primary School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 4–11

Requires Improvement
Pupils
524
Avg teacher salary
£46,718
Pupil:teacher ratio
21.1:1
Academy trust
GATEWAY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Southampton, Southampton, SO15 3JT

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Salary
£23,281.94 - £25,615.33 Annually (Actual) Grade D1 to D5 - £28,696 - £31,572 FTE Subject to experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
28 May 2026
Closing date
30 August 2026

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