Sports Graduate Cover Supervisor

senploy; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking Cover Supervisors in Basingstoke. Ideal for sports graduates or those with coaching experience, this role allows you to gain classroom experience before teacher training. Responsibilities include supporting students and leading classrooms. Offering flexibility, training, and competitive pay starting from £115 per day.

Benefits

Flexible work opportunities

Free CPD and expert-led training

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Must have a background in sports coaching or youth leadership.
• Resilient individuals with a positive presence in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Support students in secondary schools as a Cover Supervisor.
• Establish routines and lead classrooms with confidence.
• Serve as a trusted figure requested back by local schools.

Skills

Sports coaching

Youth leadership

Confidence

Education

Degree in Sports or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you a sports graduate looking to gain classroom experience before teacher training? Do you have a background in sports coaching, and the resilience and confidence to step into a new challenge? Quokka Education is looking for versatile and composed Cover Supervisors to support students in our partner secondary schools in Basingstoke. If you've got a can-do attitude and the presence to lead a classroom, we want to hear from you. No experience? No problem. We'll give you the tools and training to get started.

What we offer

• A company built on fairness, transparency, and genuine support
• Flexible work - part-time and full-time opportunities in excellent local schools
• Market-leading rates - Weekly pay
• Free CPD and expert-led training (behaviour management, SEN strategies, safeguarding, and more)

Your first 90 days as a Cover Supervisor

1. Day 1-30: Step into classrooms with confidence, follow routines, and make a positive first impression.
2. By 60 days: Become a trusted cover supervisor - confident with different year groups and requested back by local schools.
3. By 90 days: Establish yourself as the go-to cover supervisor in your area, leading lessons independently and building your reputation.

Who we\'re looking for

We\'re particularly keen to hear from:

• Sports graduates (or those with a related degree)
• People with a background in sports coaching or youth leadership
• Resilient individuals who can bring confidence, adaptability, and a positive presence to the classroom

This role is especially suited to graduates considering teacher training and wanting to gain valuable classroom experience before starting their PGCE or QTS route.

Contract details

• Location: Basingstoke
• Position: Cover Supervisor
• Start date: September 2025
• Contract type: Contract
• Hours: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm, term time only
• Pay: From £115 per day via PAYE

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and start making a real difference in local schools.

Know someone perfect for this role? Refer a friend and earn up to £150 with our referral scheme.

At Quokka Education, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. All applicants will be subject to thorough checks in line with DfE guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education), including an online search as part of our due diligence.