Unqualified Teacher - Portsmouth
Prospero Teaching is currently seeking confident and motivated Unqualified Teachers to support secondary schools throughout Portsmouth. This role offers the same responsibilities as cover supervision and is ideal for individuals who are comfortable leading a classroom and want to gain hands‑on experience in education without holding QTS.
You will take responsibility for classes during teacher absence, deliver lesson content that has already been prepared, and ensure pupils remain focused and engaged. This role works particularly well for graduates, aspiring teachers, teaching assistants, tutors, mentors, youth workers, or coaches who are looking to progress within education.
Positions are available on a full‑time basis, as well as flexible day‑to‑day cover, depending on your availability and preferences.
The Role:
Lead lessons using pre‑planned materials
Manage the classroom during teacher absence
Encourage students to stay on task and meet lesson expectations
Support pupils with questions and classwork where appropriate
Deliver cover across multiple subjects as required
Work with students across KS3 & KS4
Follow school safeguarding and behaviour policies at all times
Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with young people (e.g. schools, youth work, tutoring, mentoring, coaching)
Confident managing behaviour and leading groups
Strong communication and organisational skills
Calm, adaptable, and reliable
Comfortable working across a range of subjects
Graduates and aspiring teachers are strongly encouraged to apply
Contract Details:
Position: Unqualified Teacher
Location: Portsmouth
Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Full‑time, part‑time, or day‑to‑day
Pay: Up to £130 per day
Key Stages: KS3-KS4
Experience, Training & Safeguarding:
Experience working with young people is essential
Classroom or behaviour‑management experience is beneficial
Safeguarding training can be provided
Eligibility:
Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
Two professional references
What Prospero Teaching Offers:
Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Flexible work to suit your availability
Opportunities for long‑term and permanent roles
Clear pathways into teacher training or school‑based careersIf you're confident leading a classroom and looking for valuable school‑based experience in Portsmouth, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV