Cover Supervisors (term-time)

Required from: 27th August 2026

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Salary: £21,377 plus 

We are looking to appoint cover supervisors to take responsibility for groups and classes in the senior school to cover the short-term absence of the designated teacher. These are term-time only positions, covering up to 8 periods a day, plus one duty.

Responsibilities include:

• managing classrooms to supervise and direct pupils to complete work that has been set
• supporting positive pupil engagement and pupil conduct while they are undertaking this work
• taking the class register, and assisting with the follow up of pupils who are unaccounted for at morning and afternoon registrations
• dealing with any immediate problems or emergencies according to the school’s policies and procedures
• liaising with the pastoral team about urgent pastoral or safeguarding concerns when required collecting any completed work after the lesson and returning it to the appropriate teacher
• reporting back as appropriate using the school’s agreed referral procedures on the behaviour of pupils during the class, and any issues arising
• being on supervision duty over breaktime and lunchtime, as required, to monitor and ensure safe behaviour in designated play and social spaces
• undertaking other supervisory duties around the school and provide assistance with other general duties when required

Person specification

Essential:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and enthusiasm, and an ability to take the initiative as required
• Motivated to work with children and young people
• Strong pastoral instincts and a commitment to excellent pastoral care and safeguarding for all pupils

Desirable:

• Experience of working with or caring for children

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Start date: 27th August 2026
• Salary: £21,377 per annum Monday to Friday: 08:40 to 16:10 term time only. (includes half an hour for provided lunch)
• 25 working days’ annual paid holiday plus statutory English public holidays (pro rata) – personal holiday can only be taken during the normal school holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Programme of health benefits

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum.  Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

To apply for this role, please register your details online via our website (under useful information / career opportunities).  Once you have registered your details with us, you can apply for vacancies by logging into the candidate area using your email address and chosen password.  You will be asked to fill an online application form, which includes a covering letter. 

Closing date: Wednesday 13th May 2026 at 9am

Interviews: Wednesday 20th May 2026

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. xwzovoh King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.