Graduate Support Role

Cover Supervisor – Andover | Graduate Opportunity | Start ASAP

Are you a university graduate considering a career in education or looking for flexible work in schools?

Teaching Personnel is working closely with a number of welcoming and supportive secondary schools in Andover who are seeking graduate Cover Supervisors to start ASAP. These roles offer part-time, full-time and flexible working options, making them ideal for graduates exploring teaching as a long-term career or those seeking valuable classroom experience alongside other commitments.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in secondary education while developing confidence in classroom management and behaviour leadership.

The Role – Graduate Cover Supervisor

As a Cover Supervisor, you will step into the classroom to supervise students during teacher absences, delivering pre-planned lessons and ensuring a calm, focused learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising classes across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
• Delivering set work and following lesson plans provided by teaching staff
• Managing behaviour positively and maintaining high classroom standards
• Supporting student engagement and progress during lessons
• Following safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times

No formal teaching qualification or QTS is required.

Who This Role Is For

This role is ideally suited to:

• University graduates in any subject discipline
• Graduates considering teacher training, PGCE or Schools Direct routes
• Individuals seeking flexible or long-term education roles
• Confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills
• Graduates looking to gain paid classroom experience in Andover

What Teaching Personnel Can Offer You

• Flexible work patterns: day-to-day, short-term and long-term placements
• Opportunities to work in a variety of secondary schools across Andover
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Access to training and professional development
• A clear pathway into cover teaching, teacher training or permanent education roles

Why Work Through Teaching Personnel?

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, supporting graduates into meaningful school-based roles nationwide. We focus on matching you with opportunities that build skills, confidence and long-term career prospects.

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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