Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant / No Experience Required
| Posting date: | 25 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £27,779 per annum FTE + Benefits |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 25 December 2025 |
| Location: | Hedge End, Southampton |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | AWD online |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AWDO-P14134 |
Summary
Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant to support teaching, learning and classroom management within a busy secondary education environment, helping students stay on task and contributing to a positive learning experience.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor, Pastoral Support Worker, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant
Applications are welcomed from both experienced Cover Supervisors and those looking to gain experience, as full training will be provided.
SALARY: £27,779 per annum FTE / Actual Annual Salary £17,707 + Benefits
LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire
JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 27.5 hours per week, 8:30am to 3:00pm Monday to Friday, term time only (39 weeks)
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant supporting students across a range of classes during teacher absence. This role is ideal for anyone passionate about working with young people and developing strong classroom management skills.
As a Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant you will deliver pre-planned learning activities, keep students focused, and provide clear guidance so lessons run smoothly. You will supervise whole classes, manage behaviour and offer support when students need clarification.
The Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant role also includes assisting teachers in the classroom, contributing to a positive learning environment and developing your own skills in behaviour management and curriculum support. Full training will be provided.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant will include:
• Delivering Planned Learning Activities: Ensuring students follow the work set
• Maintaining Classroom Engagement: Keeping learners focused and on task
• Managing Behaviour: Promoting positive conduct in line with school expectations
• Supporting Student Queries: Offering clarification and guidance when needed
• Assisting Teachers: Providing support within the classroom when cover is not required
• Monitoring Progress: Ensuring students complete assigned work effectively
• Creating a Positive Environment: Encouraging participation and good learning habits
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Essential
• Previous Experience in Education Support: Any role involving working with young people
• Strong Classroom Management: Confidence in managing behaviour positively
• Good Communication Skills: Able to explain tasks clearly and calmly
• Ability to Follow Lesson Plans: Delivering set work consistently
• A Background in Teamwork: Willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues
Desirable
• Experience with Behaviour Management: Supporting student engagement
• Understanding of Secondary Education: Awareness of curriculum support
• Interest in Teaching or Youth Work: Motivated to develop education skills
BENEFITS
• Friendly and sociable colleagues
• One day per academic year — a fully paid day off to support personal events
• Two-week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn term
• Free on-site car park
• Staff membership rates to the modern on-site Leisure Centre
• Enrolment in one of the UK’s Largest public sector pension schemes
• A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice
• Good transport links
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will ensure that all their recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service / DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.
We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14134
Part-Time, Term Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
AWD-IN-SPJ
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant to support teaching, learning and classroom management within a busy secondary education environment, helping students stay on task and contributing to a positive learning experience.
If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor, Pastoral Support Worker, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant
Applications are welcomed from both experienced Cover Supervisors and those looking to gain experience, as full training will be provided.
SALARY: £27,779 per annum FTE / Actual Annual Salary £17,707 + Benefits
LOCATION: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire
JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 27.5 hours per week, 8:30am to 3:00pm Monday to Friday, term time only (39 weeks)
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant supporting students across a range of classes during teacher absence. This role is ideal for anyone passionate about working with young people and developing strong classroom management skills.
As a Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant you will deliver pre-planned learning activities, keep students focused, and provide clear guidance so lessons run smoothly. You will supervise whole classes, manage behaviour and offer support when students need clarification.
The Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant role also includes assisting teachers in the classroom, contributing to a positive learning environment and developing your own skills in behaviour management and curriculum support. Full training will be provided.
APPLY TODAY
Ready to make your next career move? Apply Today for our Recruitment Team to review.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Cover Supervisor / Classroom Assistant will include:
• Delivering Planned Learning Activities: Ensuring students follow the work set
• Maintaining Classroom Engagement: Keeping learners focused and on task
• Managing Behaviour: Promoting positive conduct in line with school expectations
• Supporting Student Queries: Offering clarification and guidance when needed
• Assisting Teachers: Providing support within the classroom when cover is not required
• Monitoring Progress: Ensuring students complete assigned work effectively
• Creating a Positive Environment: Encouraging participation and good learning habits
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Essential
• Previous Experience in Education Support: Any role involving working with young people
• Strong Classroom Management: Confidence in managing behaviour positively
• Good Communication Skills: Able to explain tasks clearly and calmly
• Ability to Follow Lesson Plans: Delivering set work consistently
• A Background in Teamwork: Willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues
Desirable
• Experience with Behaviour Management: Supporting student engagement
• Understanding of Secondary Education: Awareness of curriculum support
• Interest in Teaching or Youth Work: Motivated to develop education skills
BENEFITS
• Friendly and sociable colleagues
• One day per academic year — a fully paid day off to support personal events
• Two-week October half term: Providing staff and students with an extended break during the autumn term
• Free on-site car park
• Staff membership rates to the modern on-site Leisure Centre
• Enrolment in one of the UK’s Largest public sector pension schemes
• A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice
• Good transport links
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school will ensure that all their recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service / DBS checks along with other relevant employment checks.
We reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.
APPLY TODAY…
By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.
JOB REF: AWDO-P14134
Part-Time, Term Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.
AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency.
awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk
AWD-IN-SPJ