Cover Supervisor

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Cover Supervisor - Portsmouth
Prospero Teaching is looking for confident, reliable Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Portsmouth. This role involves taking charge of a classroom when teachers are absent, delivering the set lesson plan, and ensuring students remain engaged, safe, and productive.
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with young people and wants valuable classroom experience. It is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, tutors, mentors, coaches, or anyone with strong communication skills and the ability to lead a group.
You can choose full‑time ongoing work or flexible day‑to‑day cover depending on your preference.
The Role:
Deliver pre‑prepared lesson plans across various subjects Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4 Keep students focused and engaged during the lesson Manage behaviour in line with school expectations Answer general questions and support students where needed Provide cover both in advance and at short notice Maintain a calm, positive and structured classroom environment
Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with young people (schools, coaching, youth work, tutoring, mentoring, etc.) Confident leading a classroom independently Strong communication and organisational skills Able to remain calm, adaptable, and proactive Comfortable covering a range of subjects Graduates or aspiring teachers are encouraged to apply
Contract Details:
Position: Cover Supervisor Location: Portsmouth Start: ASAP Working Pattern: Full‑time or day‑to‑day Pay: Up to £130 per day Key Stages: KS3-KS4
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
Experience with young people required Behaviour management experience helpful Safeguarding training can be provided
Eligibility:
Right to work in the UK Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply) Two relevant references
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management Support from a dedicated consultant Flexible work to suit your lifestyle Opportunities for long‑term and permanent roles Pathways into teaching for those exploring the professionIf you're confident leading classes and want meaningful school‑based experience in Portsmouth, we would love to hear from you.
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Location:
Portsmouth, Hampshire
Salary:
£100 - £130 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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