Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd is seeking Cover Supervisors in Fareham for flexible, ad hoc work in secondary schools. Ideal for graduates or aspiring teachers, the role involves supervising classes and ensuring effective learning environments while providing essential support to students. Opportunities for varied experience in education await!

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Experience across various schools

FREE child protection training

Qualifications

• Confident with classroom behaviour management.
• Previous experience working with young people preferred.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absence.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans.
• Report on student progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Job description

Cover Supervisor

Fareham

Immediate Start

Are you confident, reliable, and interested in working in education? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Cover Supervisors to support a range of secondary schools in the Fareham area on a flexible, ad hoc basis. This is a great opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or experienced support staff looking for flexible work that fits around other commitments.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning in the absence of teaching staff by supervising pre-set lessons and ensuring a calm and focused classroom environment.

Why Choose Ad Hoc Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Flexible hours – work as little or as often as suits your availability.

• Work across a variety of schools – gain experience in different educational settings.

• Valuable classroom experience – ideal for those considering a career in teaching.

• Regular opportunities – frequent requests from schools for daily and short-term cover.

Key Responsibilities

As a Cover Supervisor, your role will include:

• Supervising classes during the short-term absence of the regular teacher.

• Delivering pre-prepared lesson plans and ensuring students stay on task.

• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies.

• Providing support to students where necessary without actively teaching content.

• Reporting back to teaching staff and school leadership on student progress and any incidents.

• Ensuring a safe and respectful classroom environment.

We’re Looking For Individuals Who:

• Are confident and able to manage classroom behaviour effectively.

• Have excellent communication skills and a professional attitude.

• Are flexible and adaptable – ready to work in different schools and year groups.

• Ideally have previous experience working with young people (in education, sports, youth work, etc.).

• Are available on a part-time or flexible basis, often with short notice.

Requirements:

• An enhanced child DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one through Teaching Personnel).

• Right to work in the UK.

• A genuine interest in education and supporting young learners.

Apply now with your CV!

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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