Graduate/Unqualified Secondary Cover Supervisor

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

Are you a recent graduate, aspiring teacher, or unqualified teacher looking to take your first step into the education sector?
Teaching Personnel is looking for motivated, confident and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Cover Supervisors in Basingstoke, with roles available to start as soon as possible.

Whether you want full-time, part-time or flexible work, this position offers a fantastic route into teaching and invaluable classroom experience across a range of secondary school subjects.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will support learning in KS3 and KS4 classrooms by:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons during teacher absences
• Managing student behaviour in line with school policies
• Encouraging positive learning and keeping students engaged
• Supporting young people with special educational or additional needs
• Developing confidence, structure and consistency within the classroom

This is an excellent opportunity to build your teaching toolkit—gaining real experience in behaviour management, communication and classroom leadership.

The Ideal Candidate

This role is ideal for:

• Graduates exploring teaching as a career
• Unqualified teachers looking for flexible, term-time work
• Individuals preparing for PGCE, SCITT or teacher training routes
• Anyone with experience supporting secondary-aged students
• Candidates interested in SEN support and inclusive learning

You will thrive if you are:

• Confident and adaptable in a classroom setting
• Able to build strong relationships with students
• A clear communicator with a positive, proactive attitude
• Passionate about supporting young people to achieve their best

Working Hours & Benefits

• Full-time or part-time positions available
• Term-time only
• 12.07% holiday pay added to your earnings
• Competitive daily pay through Teaching Personnel
• Access to CPD training, including behaviour management & safeguarding
• Continuous support from your dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

We provide ongoing professional development and clear pathways into teacher training for those looking to make education their long-term career.

About Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, working closely with secondary schools across Basingstoke and Hampshire.
We specialise in connecting enthusiastic individuals with roles where they can develop, grow and make a real impact on young people’s lives.

Our commitment is to deliver the best possible experience for educators and the schools we support.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to kick-start your teaching career—or simply want flexible, rewarding work supporting young people—we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and begin shaping bright futures in Basingstoke!

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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