Royal Grammar School, Guildford - Cover Supervisor

Summary

Join us as our Cover Supervisor and play a key role in supporting pupils' learning and wellbeing. You will provide high-quality classroom supervision in the absence of teaching staff, maintaining a positive and engaging learning environment.

Detail

The Cover Supervisor is responsible for supervising classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff and ensuring that pupils continue to engage productively in their learning.

The post holder will maintain a positive and purposeful learning environment, support pupils' wellbeing and behaviour, and contribute to the wider life of the school. This is a part time, permanent position working 8am to 4pm three days a week during term time.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Supervise whole classes during the absence of the regular teacher.
• Effectively deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and learning activities.
• Manage classroom behaviour in accordance with the School's Behaviour Policy and expectations and to ensure pupils remain engaged and focused on learning tasks, ensuring a safe, calm and productive learning environment at all times.
• Participate in staff meetings, training and professional development activities as required.
• Support educational visits, enrichment activities and school events where appropriate.
• Contribute positively to the ethos, values and reputation of RGS Prep School.

In return you will receive:

• £16,173 per annum (actual salary)
• Private medical cover
• Complimentary lunch during term time
• Company pension scheme with an individual contribution of 5% and a School contribution of 10%.
• Charitable payroll giving scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

RGS Guildford announced its plan at the end of last year to become co-educational; girls will be welcomed into the RGS with a phased entry starting in September 2027. Further details are available on our website and will be sent when you register your interest below.

Please note: This is a permanent position offered on a 0.6FTE part time basis from January 2027.

For a detailed job description and an application form, please enquire today.

The Royal Grammar School has a responsibility for and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The person appointed to this post will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the DBS.