Cover Supervisor in Portsmouth, Hampshire

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 schools on a day‑to‑day, short‑term, or long‑term basis.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise lessons in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain engaged with learning and complete the work that has been set. This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, sports coaches, tutors, youth workers, and experienced education professionals looking to develop their experience within secondary education.

Whether you're seeking full‑time work or flexibility around other commitments, we have a variety of opportunities available.

• 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 required
• Cover a variety of subjects across the secondary curriculum
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
• Maintain a safe, positive, and productive learning environment
• Follow safeguarding and school policies consistently

• Experience working with young people
• Confident managing groups of students independently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Calm, professional, and adaptable approach
• Strong classroom management skills
• Able to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Graduates and aspiring teachers encouraged to apply
• Previous experience in education, coaching, tutoring, or youth work beneficial

• 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 & KS4

• Experience working with young people essential
• Classroom experience desirable but not essential
• Safeguarding training can be provided

• 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 range of secondary school opportunities across Portsmouth and the surrounding areas

If 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.