Ark Charter Academy
Cover Supervisor
Location: Southsea, Portsmouth
Salary: Band 7 (£28,624 – £34,314)
Contract: FTC 1 year – To be reviewed annually
Working pattern: Full-time
Start date: 1st September 2025
Closing date: 04/07/2025
Interview date: As soon as suitable candidates apply
Are you passionate about education and looking for a route into teaching? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of young people every day? We are seeking a reliable, motivated and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is considering a career in teaching. Whether you are a recent graduate or someone with experience working with young people, this role will give you invaluable classroom experience and the opportunity to develop essential skills within a supportive school environment.
About the role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key part in maintaining the quality of teaching and learning in the absence of class teachers. You will supervise whole classes, delivering pre-set lesson content, managing behaviour, and supporting student engagement. This role is vital to our Academy’s success and to the continuity of learning for our students.
This role is suitable for Early Career Teachers.
Our ideal candidate will be:
- Passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives
- Calm, confident and approachable, with a strong classroom presence
- Resilient and solution-focused, able to manage challenges and maintain a positive outlook
- Highly organised, with the ability to follow lesson plans, maintain routines, and manage behaviour effectively
- Professional and dependable, setting high expectations for themselves and the students they support
- A great communicator, able to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents
- Committed to safeguarding, with a clear understanding of the importance of keeping children safe
- Eager to learn, with an interest in pursuing a future career in teaching or education
- Aligned with the values and ethos of Ark Charter Academy, including its Christian foundation and inclusive approach to education