Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

DBS checks provided

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Portsmouth is seeking a confident Cover Supervisor to join a well-regarded secondary school. This full-time role offers immediate start and the chance to gain valuable classroom experience across subjects.

You will manage classes of 11–16-year-olds, deliver pre-set plans, support SEN pupils, and provide feedback to teachers. The role includes ongoing professional development and access to Teaching Personnel’s recruitment team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged students.
• Exposure to supporting pupils with SEN.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport with students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and oversee pre-set lesson plans across various subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student progress and behaviour.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

SEN support experience

Job description

Teaching Personnel are seeking a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join a well-regarded secondary school in Portsmouth. This full-time position provides an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience or those considering a future career in teaching.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will provide general cover for classes of 11–16-year-olds when the teacher is absent, ensuring students remain engaged with the pre-prepared learning materials. You will help maintain a positive, well-managed learning environment across a range of subjects. The role also includes a small amount of support for pupils with special educational needs (SEN).

Key Responsibilities

You will deliver and oversee pre-set lesson plans across various subjects and manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies. A key part of the role is keeping students focused, engaged and productive throughout the lesson. You will offer appropriate support to SEN pupils when needed and provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student behaviour and progress.

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have experience working with secondary-aged students, ideally with some exposure to supporting pupils with SEN. You should be confident managing a classroom and able to respond flexibly to different situations. Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive rapport with students are essential, along with a genuine enthusiasm for supporting young learners and contributing to their education.

What’s On Offer

This role offers a full-time contract with an immediate start, along with competitive daily pay between £110 and £125. You will be joining a supportive school environment with opportunities for further professional development, supported by Teaching Personnel’s experienced recruitment team.

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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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