Secondary Cover Supervisor – Portsmouth
Location: Portsmouth
Start Date: October 2025
Pay: £90 – £130 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Hours: 8:00am – 3:30pm
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term with potential for a permanent position
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About the Role
Supply Desk is working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in Portsmouth to recruit a full-time Cover Supervisor starting October 2025. This is a long-term position with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for delivering pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects including Maths, History, and Geography, primarily for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students. Your main role will be to manage the classroom, maintain behaviour standards, and ensure students remain engaged and on task.
This role is ideal for anyone considering a future in teaching or for those with prior experience working with secondary-aged pupils.
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About the School
* Mixed secondary school for students aged 11–16
* Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted
* Supportive and inclusive environment with a strong leadership team
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Candidate Requirements
We are looking for candidates who:
* Have experience working with secondary-aged pupils, ideally in a school setting (e.g. cover supervisor, tutor, teaching assistant)
* Are confident managing behaviour and supervising classrooms
* Are flexible, reliable, and professional
* Hold a degree or equivalent qualification
* Are comfortable covering a variety of subjects
* Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or are willing to obtain one)
Qualified teachers and individuals with relevant educational experience are also encouraged to apply.
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What We Offer
* Competitive daily pay: £90–£130 based on experience and qualifications
* Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* Supportive and experienced recruitment consultants
* Opportunities for career progression within the school
* Contributory pension scheme
* Refer a Friend Scheme: Recommend a teacher or teaching assistant and earn up to £150
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How to Apply
To apply, please visit our website or contact our recruitment team directly:
: 02380 230340
Website: supplydesk.co.uk