Graduate/Unqualified Secondary Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor – Alton – Start ASAP

Ideal for Graduates & Aspiring Teachers | Flexible, Part-Time & Full-Time Work Available

Are you a recent graduate or someone exploring a future career in teaching? Teaching Personnel is working with secondary schools in Alton who are seeking enthusiastic, confident, and adaptable Cover Supervisors to join their teams immediately.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience, develop essential behaviour management skills, and discover whether a career in education is right for you.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring learning continues smoothly during teacher absences. Daily responsibilities include:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects
• Managing behaviour in line with school policies
• Maintaining a calm, focused, and inclusive learning environment
• Supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN) or additional learning requirements
• Building strong, positive relationships with learners and staff

This role offers variety, professional growth, and the chance to make a real impact on young people.

The Ideal Candidate

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience supporting or working with secondary-aged students
• Confidence managing a classroom and adapting to new challenges
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach
• An interest in working with students with SEN
• A genuine passion for helping young people thrive academically and personally

Graduates from all subject areas and unqualified teachers are encouraged to apply. Full support and training are provided.

Working Hours & Benefits

• Full-time, part-time, and flexible working patterns available
• Term-time only
• Holiday pay included (12.07%)
• Access to a wide range of professional development courses
• Ongoing support from Teaching Personnel’s specialist recruitment consultants
• Opportunities to progress into teacher training or long-term school roles

Why This Role Is Perfect for Graduates & Aspiring Teachers

• Gain essential classroom experience before teacher training
• Build confidence delivering lessons and managing behaviour
• Enjoy flexible work that fits around your lifestyle
• Explore different subjects and year groups
• Begin a meaningful career path in education

This is the ideal stepping stone for anyone considering a PGCE, SCITT or future teaching qualification.

About Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is the UK's leading education recruitment agency, supporting thousands of educators across the country. We partner with schools to match passionate individuals with rewarding roles, while offering personalised guidance, training, and professional development opportunities.

Apply Today

If you're ready to take your first step into teaching and support young people in Alton, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and start shaping bright futures 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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