Cover Supervisor – Basingstoke
Immediate Start | Flexible, Part‑Time & Full‑Time Roles Available
Are you a recent university graduate, aspiring teacher, or an unqualified educator looking to gain classroom experience? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Cover Supervisors in Basingstoke to support local secondary schools, with opportunities available to start ASAP.
Whether you’re exploring a long‑term career in teaching, looking for flexible work around your schedule, or keen to gain experience before teacher training, this role offers the perfect introduction to life in the classroom.
The Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will deliver pre‑planned lessons across a range of subjects, ensuring continuity of learning when teachers are absent. You’ll manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies and create a positive, focused and engaging learning environment for students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
You may also support students with special educational needs (SEN), providing additional guidance to help them stay on track and achieve their potential.
Who This Role Is Perfect For
This position is ideal if you are:
- A graduate considering a career in teaching or education
- An unqualified or aspiring teacher looking for hands‑on experience
- Seeking part‑time, full‑time, or flexible school‑based work
- Planning to pursue PGCE, SCITT, or School Direct training routes
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for individuals who:
- Have experience working with secondary‑aged students (e.g. tutoring, mentoring, coaching, youth work)
- Are confident, adaptable, and resilient in a classroom environment
- Can support students with SEN or additional needs
- Possess strong communication skills and build positive relationships
- Show a genuine enthusiasm for supporting and inspiring young people
Working Hours & Benefits
- Full‑time roles (Monday to Friday) with flexibility for part‑time work
- Term‑time only, supporting a healthy work‑life balance
- 12.07% holiday pay accrued
- Access to ongoing training and professional development
- Dedicated support from Teaching Personnel’s experienced consultants
- Clear progression routes into long‑term roles or teacher training pathways
About Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is a leading UK education recruitment agency, working with schools nationwide to connect talented educators with rewarding opportunities. We pride ourselves on supporting graduates and aspiring teachers in building successful careers in education.
If you’re ready to kick‑start your teaching career, gain valuable classroom experience, and make a real difference in Basingstoke schools, apply today and start shaping bright futures.
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.
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