Graduate/Unqualified Secondary Support Role

Cover Supervisor – Farnborough – Start ASAP

(Graduates • Unqualified Teachers • Flexible/Part Time/Full Time)

Are you a graduate, aspiring teacher or someone looking to gain classroom experience before starting a teaching career?
Teaching Personnel are working with secondary schools in Farnborough who are seeking confident, enthusiastic and motivated Cover Supervisors to begin ASAP.

This is the perfect opportunity for individuals wanting to explore teaching, build experience, work flexibly, or take their first step into a long‑term career in education.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes in the absence of the teacher. You will deliver pre‑planned lessons, maintain a positive learning environment and support students in staying focused and engaged.

Daily responsibilities include:

• Supervising lessons across different subjects
• Managing classroom behaviour using clear and consistent expectations
• Supporting pupils with their set work and offering guidance
• Ensuring learning continues smoothly in the teacher’s absence
• Acting as a positive, professional role model for students aged 11–16

No planning or marking is required — making this an ideal entry route into teaching.

Who This Role Is Perfect For

We welcome applications from:

• Recent university graduates (any subject)
• Aspiring teachers preparing for PGCE / teacher training
• Unqualified teachers looking for paid school experience
• Gap‑year students considering education roles
• Sports coaches, tutors, mentors or youth workers
• Professionals exploring career changes into teaching
• Candidates seeking flexible work, part time or full time

Full guidance and ongoing support are provided — you don’t need teaching qualifications to apply.

Why Choose a Cover Supervisor Role?

• Ideal stepping stone toward teacher training
• Build confidence in behaviour management and classroom leadership
• Gain experience across different subjects and year groups
• Flexible work patterns: ad‑hoc, part‑time or full‑time
• Supportive schools with excellent training opportunities
• Long‑term opportunities available for the right candidates

Why Work With Teaching Personnel?

• Local, specialist consultants dedicated to your development
• Access to Training & Development Academy CPD
• Flexible work options to suit your availability
• Opportunities to progress into teaching roles
• Support with interview preparation and classroom skills

How to Apply

If you’re energetic, passionate about education and keen to gain valuable experience in schools across Farnborough, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to begin your Cover Supervisor journey 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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