Job Description

"The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community,

where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence."

(Ofsted, September 2022)

Are you interested in working with young people in a

highly regarded educational environment?

Are you a hard-working, team player with patience and imagination

to inspire children in their learning?

Do you need to gain more school-based experience across all ages

to further your career?

The Westgate, Hampshire's first 4-16 All Through School, is a well-established and highly regarded school. We are looking to recruit a committed and enthusiastic individual to lead and deliver the organisation of cover in the Primary Phase of the school, and to manage all aspects of arranging class cover by supply teachers. You will also cover classes across the whole school, from Year 1 to Year 6 and maintain oversight of Teaching Assistants' absence in our Primary Phase.

This is an ideal opportunity if you are interested in a route into teaching, or if you are an experienced Cover Supervisor seeking a leadership role.

Benefits of working at The Westgate School:

Full induction programme including training and mentoring to ensure your success in the role

Ongoing personal development

Preferential nursery places in our on-site nursery at a reduced price

Free on-site parking

Free use of health and fitness facilities

The successful candidate will:

Have obtained Maths and English qualifications to GCSE Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent

Have the leadership skills required to lead, support and professionally develop a team of cover supervisors

Have excellent organisation and communication skills

Be committed to the highest possible levels of achievement for every pupil

Be cheerful, flexible and approachable

Show initiative within the role and have good time management and multi-tasking skills

Be a hard-working team player/leader, as well as being able to work independently, and be able to work closely with teachers and other adults within the classroom to ensure the best for our pupils

Have the patience and the imagination to help and inspire our children with their learning

Be able to establish effective relationships with young people, whilst maintaining a positive climate for learning in the classroom

Be able to effectively manage classroom behaviour

Be able to think on your feet in a role which involves a lot of 'on the spot' decisions

Experience with SIMS is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided for the successful candidate. We can offer opportunities for professional development and training.

Safeguarding statement:

The Westgate School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Pre-employment checks:

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations.

Equalities statement:

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

and Application forms can be obtained from www.westgate.hants.sch.uk and please send completed application forms to the HR Officer at recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk

Closing Date: Midday, 23rd February 2026

Interview Date: 4th March 2026

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 27,780.00-30,564.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site gym On-site parking
Work Location: In person