Graduate/Unqualified Secondary Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor – Basingstoke – Immediate Start | Ideal for Graduates & Aspiring Teachers

Are you a recent graduate, an aspiring teacher, or someone looking for flexible work within education?
Teaching Personnel is welcoming motivated and confident individuals to join our team as Cover Supervisors in Basingstoke, with opportunities to start immediately.

Whether you’re seeking full-time, part-time or flexible hours, this role is an outstanding pathway into teaching—perfect for gaining classroom experience and building a long-term career in education.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning across Key Stages 3 and 4 by:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons during staff absences
• Managing classroom behaviour in accordance with school policies
• Maintaining a purposeful and supportive learning environment
• Providing additional help to students with special educational needs where required
• Building positive, professional relationships with students

This role gives you the chance to develop your confidence, leadership skills, and understanding of school life—without the responsibility of planning or marking.

Who This Role Suits

We warmly welcome applications from:

• Graduates considering a career in teaching
• Unqualified teachers looking for flexible, rewarding work
• Aspiring teachers seeking hands-on experience before teacher training
• Individuals with experience supporting secondary-aged students
• Those with an interest in SEN support or inclusive education

You will be a great fit if you are:

• Confident, adaptable and calm under pressure
• Able to build rapport and communicate effectively
• Enthusiastic about supporting young people
• Motivated to make a positive impact in the classroom

Working Hours & Benefits

• Full-time hours available (Monday–Friday)
• Part-time and flexible arrangements also offered
• Term-time only
• 12.07% holiday pay
• Competitive daily rates through Teaching Personnel
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development
• Support from an experienced team of local education specialists

Teaching Personnel provides continuous guidance to help you grow, develop and progress within the education sector.

About Teaching Personnel

As the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, Teaching Personnel works with a wide network of secondary schools across Basingstoke and surrounding areas. We connect passionate individuals with rewarding roles that truly make a difference.
We are committed to delivering the best possible experience for educators, schools and students alike.

Kick‑Start Your Education Career Today

If you’re ready to take your first step into teaching—or want flexible, meaningful work supporting young people—we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and begin shaping brighter futures!

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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