Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are seeking a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to provide ad hoc supply support across secondary schools in the PO postcode area. You will supervise classes of students aged 11–16 in the absence of their regular teachers, following pre-prepared lesson plans and helping pupils stay focused and engaged.

The role may involve assisting pupils with SEN, managing behaviour, and providing feedback to teaching staff on engagement and progress.

Qualifications

• Experience with secondary-aged pupils.
• Familiarity with SEN support is advantageous.
• Confident in classroom management and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes aged 11–16 in the absence of regular teachers.
• Follow pre-prepared lesson plans and maintain a structured learning environment.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on student engagement and progress.
• Support pupils with SEN where needed.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Patience

Job description

Teaching Personnel are seeking 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 their teaching skills, or explore a career in education.

In this position, you will supervise classes of students aged 11–16 in the absence of their regular teachers, ensuring that lessons continue smoothly and pupils remain focused and engaged. You will work from pre-prepared lesson plans, maintain a positive and structured learning environment, and support students across a variety of subjects. The role may also involve providing assistance to pupils with special educational needs (SEN), helping them access lessons and participate fully in classroom activities. You will manage behaviour in line with school policies and provide feedback to teaching staff on student engagement, progress, and conduct.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with secondary-aged pupils, with some familiarity in supporting SEN learners being advantageous. Confidence in managing classrooms, adaptability to different school environments, and strong communication skills are essential, along with patience, a proactive approach, and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people’s learning.

This ad hoc supply role offers flexible working across multiple schools, competitive daily pay rates between £95 and £120, and ongoing support from Teaching Personnel’s experienced recruitment team. It is an ideal opportunity for anyone eager to gain varied classroom experience and make a positive impact on students’ learning in a range of school settings.

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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