English Specialist Cover Supervisor

English Specialist Cover Supervisor / Supply Teacher

If you have a passion for the written word and want to encourage students to develop their reading and writing skills without the commitment of a full-time role, this is for you. As an English Specialist Cover Supervisor / Supply Teacher, you’ll:

• Deliver engaging, pre-set English lessons to KS3 and KS4 classes in schools across Southampton.
• Promote a positive atmosphere where students feel inspired to explore language and literature.
• Step into varied classrooms, occasionally covering other subjects if you wish to diversify your experience.
• Embrace a hassle-free approach—enjoy teaching without the burden of lesson planning or marking unless you opt for longer cover, where pay is adjusted accordingly.

Ideal Candidate

• Relevant qualifications in English (QTS, degree, A Levels, or NVQs) or proven subject expertise.
• Confident at managing classroom dynamics and motivating learners.
• Clear communication skills to help students engage with texts and writing tasks.
• Flexible, reliable, and excited to work with diverse groups of students.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Full Flexibility: Decide how many days you work each week, perfect for balancing personal commitments.
• Exclusive Opportunities: Tap into roles at schools that specifically seek our subject specialists.
• Dedicated Support: A personal consultant ensures your placements match your strengths and goals.
• Competitive Pay & Perks: Weekly wages, no umbrella fees, plus the chance to enhance your CV with CPD courses.
• Clock On, Clock Off: Focus on delivering high-quality lessons, with no extra workload unless mutually agreed.

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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