Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor – Winchester | Flexible Education Roles | Start ASAP

Are you a graduate, experienced Teaching Assistant, LSA or unqualified teacher looking for flexible work in secondary schools?

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a number of supportive and well-established secondary schools in Winchester who are seeking reliable and confident Cover Supervisors to start ASAP. These opportunities are available on a part-time, full-time or flexible basis, making them ideal for those looking to gain experience, maintain work-life balance, or build a long-term career in education.

This role offers valuable classroom experience and is perfectly suited to individuals considering teacher training, returning to education, or seeking consistent school-based work.

The Role – Cover Supervisor

As a Cover Supervisor, you will take responsibility for whole classes during teacher absences, delivering pre-prepared lesson content while maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising classes across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
• Delivering set work and instructions left by teaching staff
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively and confidently
• Supporting students to stay on task and complete their work
• Upholding safeguarding procedures and school policies

No Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required for this role.

Who This Role Is Ideal For

This position is particularly suited to:

• Graduates considering a career in teaching or education
• Experienced Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants ready to step into a classroom-based role
• Unqualified teachers seeking consistent school experience
• Individuals with strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Those seeking flexible education work in Winchester

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Flexible working options: day-to-day supply, short-term and long-term placements
• Opportunities to work across a variety of secondary schools in Winchester and surrounding areas
• Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• A clear pathway into cover teaching, teacher training or long-term education roles

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, trusted by schools nationwide. We pride ourselves on matching passionate education professionals with roles where they can thrive, develop their skills, and progress their careers.

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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