Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Funtley; On-site; GBP 17,527 - 22,140; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay between £95 and £120

Flexible scheduling across multiple, (

12.07% holiday pay

Job summary

Teaching Personnel seeks a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to provide ad-hoc supply support across secondary schools in the PO postcode area. This role offers hands-on classroom experience, the chance to build teaching skills, and the potential to pursue a career in education.

Responsibilities include supervising classes, following pre-prepared plans, assisting SEN pupils, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils.
• Familiarity with supporting SEN learners advantageous.
• Confidence in managing classrooms and adapting to different school environments.
• Patience and proactive approach; DBS check is mandatory.
• Relevant qualifications and training required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes of students aged 11–16 in the absence of regular teachers.
• Work from pre-prepared lesson plans and maintain a structured learning environment.
• Assist pupils with SEN to access lessons and participate fully in classroom activities.
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies and provide feedback to teaching staff on engagement, progress and conduct.

Skills

Classroom management

SEN support

Communication skills

Patience and adaptability

Education

Enhanced DBS check required

Job description

Overview

Teaching Personnel seeks a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to provide ad‑hoc supply support across secondary schools in the PO postcode area. This flexible role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands‑on classroom experience, build teaching skills, or explore a career in education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes of students aged 11‑16 in the absence of regular teachers, ensuring lessons continue smoothly and pupils remain focused and engaged.
• Work from pre‑prepared lesson plans, maintain a positive and structured learning environment, and support students across a variety of subjects.
• Assist pupils with special educational needs (SEN), helping them access lessons and participate fully in classroom activities.
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies and provide feedback to teaching staff on student engagement, progress, and conduct.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary‑aged pupils.
• Familiarity with supporting SEN learners advantageous.
• Confidence in managing classrooms, adaptability to different school environments, and strong communication skills.
• Patience, a proactive approach, and genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people’s learning.
• Appropriate qualifications and training required; a valid enhanced DBS check is mandatory.

Benefits

• Competitive daily pay rates between £95 and £120.
• Flexible working across multiple schools.
• Inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
• Ongoing support from Teaching Personnel’s experienced recruitment team.
• FREE child protection and prevent duty training for all registered candidates.
• Option for the role to become permanent in some cases.

Safeguarding & Training

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All workers undergo safeguarding checks in accordance with DfE statutory guidance “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, which may include an online search as part of due diligence. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance is provided.

EEO Statement

Teaching Personnel encourages applications from all, and we are committed to equal opportunity.