Graduate/Unqualified Secondary Cover Supervisor

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

Are you a recent graduate, aspiring teacher or unqualified teacher searching for a rewarding role in education?
Teaching Personnel is recruiting motivated and confident individuals to join our team as Cover Supervisors in Farnborough, with opportunities available to start as soon as possible.

Whether you’re exploring teaching as a long-term career, looking for flexible term-time work, or seeking valuable classroom experience before training, this role offers an excellent pathway into education.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will play an essential role in maintaining continuity of learning across KS3 and KS4 by:

• Delivering pre-planned lessons in the absence of the classroom teacher
• Managing behaviour effectively and following school policies
• Supporting a calm, productive and positive learning environment
• Assisting students with special educational or additional needs when required
• Building strong, professional relationships with young people

This is a highly rewarding role that helps you develop confidence, authority and classroom management experience—ideal for anyone considering future teacher training.

The Ideal Candidate

This opportunity is well suited to:

• Graduates exploring teaching or education careers
• Unqualified teachers wanting flexible classroom experience
• Aspiring teachers preparing for PGCE, SCITT or teacher training routes
• Individuals with experience supporting secondary-aged students
• Anyone with a passion for SEN support or inclusive education

You will be successful in this role if you are:

• Confident, adaptable and comfortable leading a classroom
• A strong communicator who builds rapport easily
• Enthusiastic about supporting young people and their progress
• Calm, organised and proactive in a school environment

Working Hours & Benefits

• Full-time, Monday–Friday
• Part-time and flexible work also available
• Term-time only
• 12.07% holiday pay included
• Competitive daily rates via Teaching Personnel
• Access to CPD courses, training and pathways into teaching
• Ongoing support from Teaching Personnel’s experienced local consultants

We are committed to helping you develop professionally and progress within the education sector.

About Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, supporting a wide network of primary and secondary schools across Farnborough and surrounding areas.
We pride ourselves on pairing dedicated individuals with roles where they can make a positive difference, while offering continuous support and development opportunities.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to kick-start your journey into teaching—or want flexible, meaningful work that supports young people—we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and take your first step towards shaping brighter futures in Farnborough!

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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