Cover Supervisor

Overview

Prospero Teaching is recruiting enthusiastic and confident Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Dorset from January 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, youth work, or other education-based careers. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience managing classrooms, supporting young people, and developing the skills highly sought after in the education sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons using pre-prepared teaching materials
• Maintain a positive, focused, and engaging classroom environment
• Support students in completing tasks and achieving learning objectives
• Manage behaviour confidently and professionally
• Ensure continuity of learning across a range of subjects
• Build positive relationships with students and staff

Subjects You Could Cover

• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Humanities
• Modern Foreign Languages
• Design & Technology
• ICT / Computer Science
• Physical Education
• Art & Performing Arts

What We're Looking For

• Confident, adaptable, and resilient
• Excellent communicators with strong interpersonal skills
• Passionate about supporting young people
• Comfortable leading groups and managing a classroom environment
• Keen to gain experience in secondary education

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in schools, coaching, tutoring, youth work, or similar settings
• A degree or strong academic background (preferred but not essential)
• Safeguarding training (desirable, but training can be provided)

What You'll Need

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Two recent professional references

Ready to start your education career? Whether you’re a recent graduate, considering teacher training, or looking to gain meaningful classroom experience, this is an opportunity to develop your skills and make a genuine difference in Dorset’s secondary schools. Apply today with your CV or contact Lee at Prospero Teaching to find out more.

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