Cover Supervisor

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Cover Supervisor - Portsmouth

Prospero Teaching is recruiting confident and reliable Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across the Portsmouth area. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting students and schools on a day‑to‑day or long‑term basis.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain engaged with their learning and complete the work that has been set. You will play a key role in maintaining a positive learning environment and supporting high standards of behaviour across the classroom.

This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, sports coaches, youth workers, tutors, and experienced education professionals looking to build their experience within secondary education.

The Role:

Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4 in the absence of the class teacher

Deliver pre‑prepared lesson materials and instructions

Ensure students remain focused and engaged with their learning

Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies

Support students with lesson activities where appropriate

Cover a range of subjects across the secondary curriculum

Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding lesson outcomes

Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment

Follow safeguarding and school policies consistentlyIdeal Candidate:

Experience working with young people

Confident leading groups of students independently

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Calm, professional, and adaptable approach

Excellent classroom management abilities

Able to build positive relationships with students and colleagues

Graduates and aspiring teachers encouraged to apply

Previous experience in education, coaching, tutoring, or youth work beneficialContract Details:

Position: Cover Supervisor

Location: Portsmouth

Start Date: ASAP

Working Pattern: Full‑time or flexible opportunities available

Pay Rate: Up to £130 per day

Key Stages: KS3 & KS4Experience, xjnqpsq Training & Safeguarding:

Experience working with young people essential

Classroom experience beneficial but not essential

Safeguarding training can be providedWhat Prospero Teaching Offers:

Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability

Long‑term and permanent opportunities available

Valuable classroom experience for aspiring teachers

Access to a variety of secondary school opportunities across the local areaIf you're looking for a Cover Supervisor role in Portsmouth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV

Ad ID: 5418938213