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Cover Supervisor New


Supply Desk

£168.00 - £232.00 Per Day

Portsmouth

Permanent | Full Time

20/05/2026

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Location: Portsmouth
Hours: Full-time / Flexible
Start: ASAP
Pay: £100 – £120 per day

Are you confident, adaptable and passionate about working with young people?
Thinking about a future career in teaching and looking to gain valuable classroom experience?

We are seeking enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across the Portsmouth area. Demand for Cover Supervisors is continuing to rise, making this an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers or experienced support staff looking for flexible or long-term work.

You’ll help maintain continuity of learning while gaining hands-on classroom experience across a range of subjects.

• Welcoming and supportive secondary schools
• Excellent opportunities for aspiring teachers
• Flexible daily, short-term and long-term bookings
• Strong behaviour systems and leadership support
• Schools with inclusive and positive learning cultures
• Opportunities across KS3 and KS4
• Consistent demand throughout the academic year

• Supervising lessons using pre-prepared work
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively
• Supporting pupils to stay engaged and focused
• Delivering instructions clearly and confidently
• Building positive relationships with students and staff
• Providing classroom support across multiple subjects
• Upholding safeguarding and behaviour policies

• Degree or experience working with young people preferred
• Confident classroom presence
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Calm and professional approach
• Adaptable and proactive attitude
• Passion for education and student development
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Excellent experience for aspiring teachers
• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible working opportunities
• Ongoing CPD and safeguarding training
• Dedicated consultant support
• ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme – earn up to £100

Ready to gain valuable classroom experience?

Click Apply now to submit your CV or register your interest today.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.