Cover Supervisor - Southampton

Prospero Teaching is recruiting confident and reliable Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across the Southampton area. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting schools with day-to-day, short-term, and long-term cover requirements.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring students remain engaged with their learning and complete the work that has been set. This role is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, sports coaches, youth workers, tutors, and experienced education professionals looking to develop their experience within secondary education.

Whether you're looking for consistent full-time work or flexible opportunities to fit around your schedule, we have a range of placements available.

The Role:

• Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4 in the absence of the class teacher
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and instructions
• Ensure students remain focused and engaged with their learning
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Support students with lesson activities where appropriate
• Cover a variety of subjects across the secondary curriculum
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
• Maintain a safe, structured, and positive learning environment
• Follow safeguarding and school policies consistently

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with young people
• Confident leading groups of students independently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Calm, professional, and adaptable approach
• Excellent classroom management abilities
• Able to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Graduates and aspiring teachers encouraged to apply
• Previous experience in education, coaching, tutoring, or youth work beneficial

Contract Details:

• Position: Cover Supervisor
• Location: Southampton
• Start Date: ASAP
• Working Pattern: Full-time or flexible opportunities available
• Pay Rate: Up to £130 per day
• Key Stages: KS3 & KS4

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

• Experience working with young people essential
• Classroom experience desirable but not essential
• Safeguarding training can be provided

What Prospero Teaching Offers:

• Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Valuable classroom experience for aspiring teachers
• Access to a variety of secondary school opportunities across the local area

If you're looking for a new role in Southampton, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV.