Job description
Cover Supervisor
Prospero Teaching is recruiting confident and dependable Cover Supervisors to support secondary and primary schools across the Southampton area. This role involves stepping into lessons in the absence of the class teacher, delivering pre‑set work, and ensuring pupils remain engaged and productive.
You will take responsibility for maintaining order in the classroom, supporting students with their work, and upholding behaviour expectations. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, teaching assistants, tutors, youth workers, or coaches who are looking to gain practical experience in a school environment.
Work is available on a full‑time or flexible day‑to‑day basis, depending on your availability.
The Role:
1. Deliver pre‑prepared lesson materials across a variety of subjects
2. Supervise pupils and maintain effective classroom routines
3. Manage behaviour in line with school policies
4. Support students with tasks and lesson engagement
5. Cover lessons across different subjects when required
6. Provide cover for pre‑planned and short‑notice absences
7. Maintain a calm and organised learning environment
8. Follow safeguarding and school policies consistently
Ideal Candidate:
9. Experience working with young people (education, coaching, mentoring, etc.)
10. Confident leading a classroom independently
11. Strong communication and organisational skills
12. Calm, adaptable, and professional approach
13. Comfortable covering multiple subjects
14. Graduates and aspiring teachers encouraged to apply
Contract Details:
15. Position: Cover Supervisor
16. Location: Southampton
17. Start Date: ASAP
18. Working Pattern: Full‑time or day‑to‑day
19. Pay Rate: Up to £130 per day
20. Key Stages: KS3-KS4
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
21. Experience working with young people essential
22. Behaviour‑management experience beneficial
23. Safeguarding training can be provided
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
24. Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
25. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
26. Flexible work to suit your availability
27. Opportunities for continued work and progression
28. Pathways into teacher training and school‑based roles
If you’re confident leading a classroom and looking for a Cover Supervisor role in Southampton, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV.