Teaching Personnel are working closely with secondary schools in Basingstoke to recruit enthusiastic and confident Cover Supervisors to start from January 2026.
This role is perfect for graduates and unqualified teachers who are looking to gain valuable classroom experience, build confidence in behaviour management, and take the first step towards a career in teaching or education.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising pre-planned lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, ensuring pupils remain engaged, on task, and supported throughout the lesson.
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The Role of a Cover Supervisor
* Deliver pre-set lesson materials in the absence of the class teacher
* Supervise students across a range of subjects at KS3 and KS4
* Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment
* Encourage pupil participation and engagement with learning
* Follow school policies on behaviour management and safeguarding
* Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
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Who This Role Is Suitable For
* Graduates considering a future career in teaching
* Unqualified teachers looking to gain classroom-based experience
* Individuals with experience working with young people
* Confident, adaptable, and reliable professionals
* Those seeking long-term, short-term, or flexible school-based work
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Why Register with Teaching Personnel?
* A dedicated education consultant to support you throughout your placement
* Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities
* Opportunities to work in a variety of secondary schools across Basingstoke
* Clear pathways into teacher training or long-term education roles
* Over 25 years’ experience as the UK’s leading education recruitment agency
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Apply Now
If you are a graduate or unqualified teacher looking to gain hands-on classroom experience from January 2026, apply today through Teaching Personnel to discuss available opportunities in Basingstoke.
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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