Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor – Secondary School – Alton – January 2026 Start

Are you looking to gain hands-on classroom experience in a secondary school setting?
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Cover Supervisor to work in a welcoming secondary school in Alton from January 2026.

This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, unqualified teachers, or experienced education support staff who are confident leading a classroom and keen to develop their experience within education. As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a vital role in ensuring continuity of learning during teacher absences.

You will be responsible for supervising classes across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering pre-prepared lesson plans, managing behaviour, and supporting students to stay engaged and on task throughout the school day.

The role will involve:

• Supervising lessons in the absence of the class teacher
• Delivering pre-set work across a range of subjects
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Supporting students with their learning and engagement
• Providing feedback to teaching staff at the end of each lesson

The ideal candidate will have:

• Confidence leading a classroom of secondary-aged pupils
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A calm, adaptable, and professional approach
• Experience working with young people (desirable but not essential)
• An interest in education or a future career in teaching

This role is a fantastic stepping stone into teaching, with many Cover Supervisors progressing into teacher training, long-term teaching roles, or permanent school-based positions through Teaching Personnel.

Why work with Teaching Personnel?

• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability
• Access to CPD and training to support your development
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles in local schools

Location: Alton
Start Date: January 2026
Role Type: Cover Supervisor – Secondary Education

If you’re ready to take the next step in your education career and make a positive impact in the classroom, apply today with Teaching Personnel.

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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