Cover Supervisor/ Supply Teacher

Cover Supervisor – Farnborough

September Start | Ideal for Graduates, Unqualified Teachers & Experienced Teachers Looking for Less Responsibility

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain classroom experience, an aspiring teacher preparing for teacher training, or a qualified teacher seeking a better work-life balance without the pressures of planning and marking?

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Cover Supervisor for a September start in Basingstoke. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive secondary school environment while making a genuine difference to students' learning and development.

The school is known for its commitment to providing an inclusive and ambitious learning environment where students are encouraged to become confident, well-rounded young people. Strong pastoral support, a broad curriculum, and a focus on personal development help students succeed both academically and personally.

Why Become a Cover Supervisor?

Cover Supervising is one of the most popular routes into teaching and provides invaluable classroom experience.

This role is perfect for:

• University graduates considering a career in education
• Aspiring teachers preparing for a PGCE, SCITT, or School Direct programme
• Unqualified teachers looking to build classroom confidence
• Qualified teachers seeking a role with fewer responsibilities outside of lessons
• Former teachers wanting to remain in education
• Tutors, coaches, mentors, youth workers, and childcare professionals

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring learning continues during teacher absences by supervising classes and delivering pre-planned lessons.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering pre-set lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Creating and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Supporting students to stay engaged and focused
• Building positive relationships with students and staff
• Providing support to students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) where required
• Promoting high standards of behaviour and achievement

This position offers all the rewards of working with young people without the additional workload associated with a teaching role.

About the School

The school prides itself on delivering an exceptional learning experience while supporting students to become mature, self-confident, and successful young people. Students benefit from a broad curriculum, a wide range of extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, and strong guidance around future careers and educational pathways.

Ofsted has recognised the school's positive culture, strong relationships between staff and students, broad curriculum offer, and commitment to helping pupils feel safe, supported, and motivated to achieve. Students enjoy access to a wide variety of clubs, trips, and enrichment opportunities which broaden their experiences and aspirations.

Working Hours & Benefits

• Full-time opportunities available Monday to Friday
• Term-time only working pattern
• 12.07% holiday pay
• Access to ongoing training and professional development
• Dedicated support from experienced Teaching Personnel consultants
• Excellent experience for future teacher training applications
• Opportunities to progress into long-term and permanent school-based roles

Apply Today

If you're ready to gain valuable classroom experience, inspire young people, and take the next step towards a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to become a Cover Supervisor in Basingstoke and start shaping bright futures this September.

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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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