Cover Supervisor

Prospero Teaching; New Forest; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is looking for a Cover Supervisor in Hythe, Southampton, to provide day-to-day classroom cover for secondary schools. The role requires managing behaviour, delivering pre-prepared lessons, and engaging students. Ideal candidates should have classroom management experience and strong communication skills. This flexible position offers competitive daily rates and opportunities for professional development, making it perfect for those looking to gain more school-based experience.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Free accredited CPD

Ongoing support from Training & Development Team

Qualifications

• Experience managing a classroom in a school, tutoring, or youth work.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Interest in education with a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom cover for KS3 and KS4 students.
• Deliver pre-set work while maintaining a calm learning environment.
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Cover Supervisor - Hythe, Southampton

Prospero Teaching is looking for a reliable and confident Cover Supervisor to work across secondary schools in Hythe, Southampton, providing day-to-day classroom cover as and when required. This flexible role is perfect for candidates who have experience managing a classroom and enjoy working across different subjects and year groups.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will deliver pre-prepared lessons, supervise pupils during teacher absence, and ensure students remain engaged and on task. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining more school-based experience, including graduates considering a future career in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom cover for KS3 and KS4 students
• Deliver pre-set work and maintain a calm, productive learning environment
• Manage behaviour effectively in line with school policies
• Support students with their learning while the class teacher is absent
• Cover a range of subjects across the school day
• Follow safeguarding and behaviour procedures consistently

Ideal Candidate

• Experience managing a classroom (school, tutoring, youth work, or similar)
• Confident, adaptable, and calm under pressure
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Local to Hythe, Southampton, or able to travel easily
• Interested in education, with a positive and proactive attitude

Contract Details

• Position: Cover Supervisor
• Location: Hythe, Southampton
• Start Date: ASAP
• Availability: Day-to-day cover
• Key Stages: KS3 & KS4
• Pay: Up to GBP130 per day
• Contract Type: Flexible / ongoing

Experience, Training & Safeguarding

• Experience working with young people is essential
• Classroom management experience required
• Safeguarding training within the last 12 months (can be provided)

Eligibility

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Ability to provide two references relating to work with young people

What Prospero Teaching Offers

• Competitive daily rates
• Free, accredited CPD, including safeguarding and behaviour management
• Ongoing support from our dedicated Training & Development Team
• Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles

If you’re a confident classroom practitioner looking for flexible Cover Supervisor work in Hythe, Southampton, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your up-to-date CV. Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted