Future Teacher Opportunity - Cover Supervisor Role in Hampshire

Location: Andover, Hampshire

Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

Are you passionate about inspiring young people and considering a future career in teaching? Join a thriving Secondary Academy in Andover that prides itself on a strong community ethos, high expectations, and unwavering support for every pupil. This is your chance to step into an exciting school environment, gain invaluable classroom experience, and make a real impact from day one. This is the perfect opportunity for aspiring teachers, recent graduates, youth workers or experienced educators who are looking to build their classroom confidence and play a key role in supporting student learning.

Responsibilities

• As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll guide students aged 11–16, deliver pre-prepared lessons, and ensure a positive, productive atmosphere in the absence of teaching staff.
• You’ll help maintain momentum in learning while developing your own skills and understanding of school life—ideal preparation for a future teaching career.
• Supervising classes and delivering set lesson plans
• Maintaining a calm, focused, and engaging learning environment
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Supporting students with additional or special educational needs where required
• Acting as a positive role model and trusted adult for learners

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged students (school, youth work, tutoring, mentoring etc.)
• Confidence working independently in a classroom setting
• Ability to support students with additional learning needs (SEN experience an advantage)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive rapport
• Genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people and helping them succeed

Benefits and working patterns

• Flexible work patterns- part-time and ad hoc supply options
• Term-time only
• Competitive daily rate (£95–£130)
• 12.07% holiday pay
• Be part of an Ofsted-rated “Good” Academy with excellent facilities and an ambitious, well-rounded curriculum
• Ongoing professional development, training, and support from Teaching Personnel’s experienced consultants
• A fantastic stepping stone into teacher training or other education careers

How to apply

If you’re driven, supportive, and excited to start or develop your career in education, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and start making a difference! All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. 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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