Upper School Cover Teacher - Zero Hours Bank staff

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Job Description

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Job Title: Upper School Cover Teacher - Bank Staff
Location: Meoncross School, 65 Burnt House Lane, Hampshire, PO14 2EF
Hours: 0 Hour Contract
Salary: £184.17 per day or £35.09 per hour for adhoc hours
Contract: Bank

About Meoncross School

At Meoncross School, we ignite curiosity, build confidence, and empower young minds to thrive. Nestled on the stunning South Coast, our independent school caters to students from Nursery to Year 11, blending academic excellence with exceptional pastoral care and a vibrant community spirit.

Our unique Coastal Education curriculum brings learning to life through outdoor experiences, environmental awareness, and local community engagement. We help students develop resilience, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.

We prioritize the wellbeing of our students and staff, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. With a strong focus on professional development, collaboration, and work-life balance, we are proud to be part of the Blenheim Schools Group, offering the warmth of a close-knit community alongside the expertise and support of a wider educational network.

If you’re passionate about education and eager to make a real difference in young people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you!

Role Purpose

As a Cover Teacher - Upper School, you will play a vital role in supervising and supporting pupils’ learning across various secondary subjects. You’ll follow instructions set by the relevant subject teacher, helping students understand and complete their learning activities while maintaining a calm and purposeful classroom environment.

Your commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people will be essential as you contribute positively to the ethos and aims of Meoncross School.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver effective teaching across a range of Secondary subjects in Key Stage 3 and/or Key Stage 4.
• Support pupils’ understanding, engagement, and progress in learning.
• Maintain a calm, positive, and purposeful classroom environment that fosters effective learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and apply the school’s rewards and sanctions policy consistently and fairly.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, adhering to the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Enhance your professional knowledge and skills through relevant training and development.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience teaching or supporting learning in an educational setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly explain learning activities.
• Strong classroom management skills and a calm, patient, and positive approach to supporting students.
• Good organizational skills, with the confidence to follow lesson plans and work independently.
• A genuine passion for helping students learn, develop confidence, and achieve their potential.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, confidentiality, and professional standards.
• A reliable, flexible, and enthusiastic team player who shares the values and ethos of Meoncross School.

Desirable: Experience teaching KS3 and/or KS4, a relevant teaching qualification, knowledge of the Secondary curriculum (in at least one subject), and experience supporting students with additional learning needs.

Benefits

• Lunch during term time
• School fee discount
• Shopping discounts

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools dedicated to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centers on understanding each child, their talents, character, and aspirations, providing a personalized, ambitious education that helps every child thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence, and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion, and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the transformative power of education and a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which was officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year in 2025.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference? Submit your application on our site before the closing date!

Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, we do not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants due to delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

london (abbey wood)

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

29-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English