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Substitute Teacher

  1. Secondary
  2. Portsmouth
Date posted : 07/11/25
  1. Full Time
£130 - 155 per day

Job description

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a large, co-educational secondary school that was graded ‘Good’ in all areas during its most recent Ofsted inspection. The school is seeking adaptable and enthusiastic educators to join their team on an ad-hoc basis, providing cover during periods of staff absence across a range of subjects.

This is a vibrant and high-performing secondary school situated within a coastal community, offering a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to excel both academically and personally. The school delivers a broad and ambitious curriculum designed to meet the needs of all learners, with a strong emphasis on achievement, wellbeing, and character development.

Students benefit from excellent facilities, including modern classrooms, well-equipped subject areas, and extensive sporting and creative provisions. Staff at the school take pride in fostering a culture built on respect, resilience, and responsibility, and in helping young people develop the confidence and independence needed for life beyond education.

The school promotes a strong sense of community and collaboration. Alongside academic study, students are encouraged to take part in a wide range of enrichment opportunities such as music, performing arts, and sport, helping them to develop a well-rounded set of skills and interests.

Teaching Personnel are supporting the school by recruiting reliable and confident educators to assist with classroom cover when required. This opportunity is well suited to Early Career Teachers wishing to gain further experience, experienced teachers seeking flexible working arrangements, or educators looking to maintain their teaching practice while reducing workload.

As a substitute teacher, you will be responsible for supervising pre-prepared lessons, maintaining a calm and purposeful classroom environment, and ensuring that students remain engaged in their learning. You will also be expected to follow the school’s behaviour and safeguarding policies, collect completed work at the end of lessons, and provide feedback to teaching staff where appropriate.

Those working as substitute teachers with Teaching Personnel benefit from a flexible working schedule, with both pre-booked and short-notice opportunities available. Weekly pay is processed every Friday through PAYE, and you will receive ongoing support from a dedicated personal consultant.

If you are an adaptable and motivated educator seeking a rewarding and flexible teaching opportunity within a well-respected local secondary school, please apply now with your CV.

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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