Unqualified Teacher
Prospero Teaching is seeking confident, proactive Unqualified Teachers to work across a selection of primary and secondary schools in Andover. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy taking charge of groups, feel at ease managing a classroom, and want paid, hands-on experience in education without needing QTS.
In this role, you will step in as the responsible adult when the class teacher is away, delivering work that has already been prepared, keeping students on task, and ensuring the classroom remains positive and productive. It's a fantastic pathway for those considering a career in teaching, recent graduates exploring education, or anyone with experience supporting young people through mentoring, coaching, or youth-focused roles.
Whether you're looking for regular full-time work or would prefer something more flexible, this opportunity offers valuable classroom exposure and the chance to develop strong behaviour-management and leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver pre-prepared lessons across multiple subjects
Lead classes independently, maintaining engagement and focus
Follow and uphold school behaviour policies
Assist students with general queries during lessons
Work with a range of year groups from KS3 to KS4
Provide cover on both pre-booked and short-notice occasions
Help maintain a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment
Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with children or young people (mentoring, tutoring, coaching, youth work, etc.)
Confident in managing groups and promoting positive behaviour
Flexible and capable of delivering lessons in various subjects
Dependable, enthusiastic, and proactive in a classroom setting
Strong communication and organisational abilities
Suitable for graduates and future teacher trainees
Contract Details:
Position: Unqualified Teacher
Location: Andover
Start: ASAP
Working Pattern: Full-time, part-time, or day-to-day cover
Pay: Up to £130 per day
Key Stages: KS1-KS4
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
Essential experience supporting children or young people
Classroom or youth-setting experience preferred
Safeguarding training can be provided
Eligibility Requirements:
Legal right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
Two references confirming work with young people
What Prospero Teaching Provides:
Access to free accredited CPD, including safeguarding and behaviour training
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities for long-term or permanent placements
Pathways into teacher training programmesIf you're confident leading groups and want meaningful hands-on classroom experience as an Unqualified Teacher in Andover, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your most up-to-date CV