Kickstart Your Teaching Career! Exciting Secondary Cover Supervisor Role – Immediate Start in Southampton

Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Start Date: Immediate
Hours: Full-time or part-time, term-time only

Are you ready to take your first step into the world of teaching? A vibrant and ambitious Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ secondary school—praised as ‘Outstanding’ for Behaviour and Personal Development—is seeking a confident, adaptable, and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their supportive team right away.

Perfect for aspiring teachers, recent graduates, or anyone passionate about working with young people, this role offers invaluable classroom experience in a dynamic secondary environment.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning across KS3 and KS4 (ages 11–16). You will:

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons during teacher absences
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Support students in maintaining focus and engagement
• Build positive relationships and encourage a purposeful learning environment
• Provide additional SEN support where required

This school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum, with strong emphasis on EBacc subjects and high-quality teaching resources. Inspectors have highlighted the school’s clear explanations, strong subject knowledge, and consistent support for all learners.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from people who are:

• Experienced working with secondary-aged pupils (SEN experience is a bonus)
• Confident, proactive, and calm under pressure
• Strong communicators with great interpersonal skills
• Passionate about supporting young people
• Considering a future career in teaching or education

What’s In It for You?

• Competitive daily pay
• Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities
• Immediate start available
• Weekday, term-time hours - holidays off!
• Support from a friendly, collaborative school community
• Professional development through free access to Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy
• Additional training available at heavily discounted rates

This is your chance to gain meaningful experience in a secondary school that values growth, support, and high standards.

Apply Today

If you're excited to join a forward-thinking secondary school in Southampton and make a real difference in the classroom, send your CV now—don’t miss out!