Cover Supervisor

Looking for a flexible and rewarding role in education?

We are recruiting Cover Supervisors to work in a variety of secondary schools across Havant, Waterlooville, and Portsmouth. Whether you're a recent graduate, a professional looking for a career change, or someone with transferable skills, this role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience and make a difference in students' lives.

What is a Cover Supervisor?

A Cover Supervisor steps in to manage a classroom when the regular teacher is absent. You’ll be responsible for delivering pre-prepared lesson plans, maintaining order, and ensuring students stay engaged with their learning. Although this role doesn't involve planning or marking, it requires strong classroom management and communication skills to ensure a smooth learning experience for the students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver pre-set lesson plans across a variety of subjects
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure a focused learning environment
• Support students in completing their work according to the teacher’s instructions
• Provide feedback on student progress to the absent teacher
• Maintain a positive and safe learning environment

Who Should Apply?

This role is ideal for individuals with strong communication and leadership skills. If you've worked in any of the following roles, your skills will be highly transferable:

• Recent Graduates – especially in education, psychology, English, or other academic disciplines
• Teaching Assistants – ready to take on more classroom responsibility
• Youth Workers – experienced in supporting and guiding young people
• Sports Coaches – skilled in engaging and motivating groups
• Tutors – familiar with the classroom environment
• Customer Service Professionals – with problem-solving and people management skills
• Retail Managers – experienced in managing teams and ensuring discipline
• Public Sector Workers – used to working with people and enforcing policies

Benefits of Working through Teaching Personnel:

By joining Teaching Personnel, you’ll benefit from working with the UK's leading education recruitment agency. Some of the advantages include:

• Flexible working hours: Choose your schedule and work as much or as little as you want. Perfect for those seeking part-time or full-time opportunities.
• Wide variety of schools: We work with a range of secondary schools across Havant, Waterlooville, and Portsmouth, offering you plenty of opportunities to experience different teaching environments.
• Competitive pay: Receive competitive rates of pay, paid weekly.
• Support and development: Access to free CPD (Continuous Professional Development) courses to boost your skills and advance your career.
• Dedicated consultant: Get a personal consultant to match you with roles that suit your preferences and skillset.
• Opportunity to build a teaching career: If you’re considering a career in teaching, this role is a great stepping-stone towards a PGCE or Teacher Training programme.
• Referral bonus: Earn £50 for every successful referral of a colleague or friend who works with Teaching Personnel.

Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage classroom behaviour effectively
• A passion for working with young people
• Flexibility and adaptability
• A valid DBS check (or willingness to undergo one)

Please apply with your CV and cover letter explaining the suitability for the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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