Secondary Cover Supervisor

Secondary Cover Supervisor

Prospero Teaching is recruiting confident and adaptable Secondary Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across the Southampton area. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting schools with their day‑to‑day, short‑term, and long‑term cover needs.

As a Secondary Cover Supervisor, you will lead lessons in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain engaged with learning, complete assigned work, and maintain high standards of behaviour. This role is particularly well suited to graduates, aspiring teachers, coaches, tutors, youth workers, and those looking to build experience within secondary education.

The Role:

Supervise lessons across KS3 and KS4
Deliver pre‑planned lesson materials and instructions
Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
Ensure students stay engaged and complete work set by teaching staff
Support learning across a range of secondary subjects
Maintain a positive and productive classroom environment
Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
Build positive relationships with students and colleagues
Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times

Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with young people
Confident managing groups of students independently
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Professional, adaptable, and reliable approach
Good 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, mentoring, or youth work beneficial

Contract Details:

Position:
Secondary Cover Supervisor

Location:

Southampton

Start Date:

ASAP
Working Pattern:
Full‑time or flexible opportunities available
Pay Rate:
Up to £130 per day
Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

Experience working with young people essential
Previous classroom experience desirable but not essential
Safeguarding training can be provided
Enhanced DBS required (or willingness to obtain one)

What Prospero Teaching Offers:

Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding and behaviour management training
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
Opportunities for long‑term and permanent positions
Valuable classroom experience for aspiring teachers
Access to a variety of local secondary school opportunities

If you're looking for a Secondary Cover Supervisor role in Southampton and want to gain valuable experience within secondary education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV