Job description

Cover Supervisor – Portsmouth
Full Time | Ad-hoc Basis | Immediate Start | Mainstream Secondary

GSL Education are looking to appoint a Cover Supervisor to work within a mainstream secondary school in Portsmouth. This is a full-time role on an ad-hoc basis, with an immediate start available.

The successful candidate will supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers, ensuring that students remain on task with the work that has been set. This role is ideal for individuals who are considering a career in teaching, recent graduates, or those with experience working with young people in an educational setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver pre-prepared lessons and supervise students across a range of subjects.

  • Maintain a positive and productive learning environment.

  • Implement the school’s behaviour policies and encourage good conduct.

  • Provide feedback to teachers about student engagement and progress.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Be confident, resilient, and able to manage classroom behaviour effectively.

  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Be adaptable and able to engage students of varying abilities.

  • Ideally have previous experience working with young people (not essential, as training will be provided).

What’s on Offer:

  • A full-time, flexible ad-hoc role in a welcoming Portsmouth secondary school.

  • Immediate start available.

  • Valuable classroom experience – an excellent pathway into teacher training.

  • Ongoing support and guidance from GSL Education’s experienced consultants.

If you are motivated, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference in the classroom, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to GSL Education and take the next step in your education career.