Cover Supervisor – Basingstoke (Start ASAP)

Full Time | Part Time | Flexible | Ideal for Graduates & Aspiring Teachers

Are you a graduate looking to take your first step into teaching?
Are you an aspiring teacher or unqualified educator wanting classroom experience before progressing into training?

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting confident, enthusiastic individuals to work as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools across Basingstoke, with immediate start dates available. This role offers flexible hours, full‑time opportunities, and a clear pathway into a long‑term career in education.

Perfect for recent graduates, aspiring teachers, gap‑year candidates, and unqualified teachers, this position provides hands‑on experience in real classrooms while offering consistent, rewarding work.

What You Will Do as a Cover Supervisor

• Deliver pre‑prepared lessons to students in the absence of the class teacher
• Manage behaviour confidently and maintain a productive learning atmosphere
• Support pupils with their work and encourage participation
• Supervise a variety of subjects across KS3 and KS4
• Ensure continuity of learning in line with the school’s expectations
• Provide feedback to teachers on student progress and engagement

You do not need teaching qualifications — full support and mentoring are provided.

This Role Is Ideal For:

• University graduates (any subject welcome!)
• Individuals considering PGCE, SCITT, Schools Direct, or Teacher Apprenticeship routes
• Unqualified teachers wanting practical classroom experience
• People interested in flexible, part‑time or full‑time school hours
• Candidates with experience in tutoring, youth work, coaching, mentoring or childcare
• Confident communicators looking to make a difference

If you enjoy working with young people and want a meaningful role with progression opportunities, this is the perfect starting point.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Immediate start roles available in Basingstoke
• Flexible working patterns: full‑time, part‑time, or ad‑hoc
• Ongoing access to CPD courses, including:
• Behaviour Management
• Safeguarding
• Classroom Essentials
• A dedicated consultant offering personalised support
• Consistent work across secondary schools in the Basingstoke area
• Long‑term and permanent opportunities for candidates who want career development
• A fantastic stepping stone into Teaching Assistant, HLTA, or Teacher Training roles

Location: Basingstoke

Hours: Full Time | Part Time | Flexible

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Temporary with long‑term opportunities

How to Apply

Click Apply today to upload your CV. Suitable candidates will be contacted immediately for registration and interview.

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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