Unqualified Teacher Opportunity

Opportunity to teach in Secondary Education!

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire

Start Date: Immediate

A strong, stable, and well‑respected Secondary School, with “Good” Ofsted ratings and excellent pastoral and SEND support is seeking a passionate and dedicated Cover Supervisor to be a valuable addition to their team!

The Role

In this role, you will play a vital part in keeping learning moving forward by confidently supervising classes of students aged 11-16 years old during teacher absences. You will bring pre‑prepared lesson materials to life, promote positive behaviour that supports school values, and help create an energetic, purposeful classroom environment.

You will also gain hands‑on experience supporting students with special educational needs, giving you valuable skills and insight that will strengthen your professional development and future career in education!

Who We Are Looking For

• Brings valuable experience working with secondary‑aged students and is eager to grow within an educational setting
• Confident and adaptable, with the skills to lead a classroom and create a positive learning environment
• A strong communicator who builds meaningful, professional relationships with students
• Passionate about supporting, motivating, and shaping the development of young people

Working Hours / Benefits

• Competitive daily rate
• Holiday Pay included
• Full-time and part-time available, Monday-Friday, with flexibility tailored to you!
• Term-Time Only, perfect for work-life balance!
• Access to a multitude of CPD academy online training courses
• Opportunities for professional development and ongoing guidance from Teaching Personnel’s experienced consultants

If you are ready to join one of Portsmouth’s most consistently strong secondary schools which is a highly desirable choice for families seeking an inclusive, ambitious and supportive environment, apply today!

About Us

Teaching Personnel is a specialist education recruitment agency, working with a variety of schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.

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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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