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Posted 20 July, 2026

Cover Supervisor

Academics
Yorkshire and The Humber, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Cover Supervisor - Portsmouth
\n Supporting Secondary Schools | Flexible Opportunities

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About the Role:
\n As a Cover Supervisor in Portsmouth, you'll be essential to the smooth running of secondary schools by supervising pre-assigned lessons when teachers are absent. You will manage classroom behaviour, maintain a focused learning environment, and support students across KS3, KS4, and KS5.

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Key Responsibilities:

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    Supervise lessons as a Cover Supervisor in the absence of regular teachers

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    Quickly build rapport with students

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    Implement behaviour management strategies aligned with school policies

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    Cover a variety of subjects across secondary key stages

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    Ensure students stay on task and complete assigned work

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Requirements:

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    UK-recognised degree or relevant experience in a similar role

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    Right to work in the UK

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    Valid enhanced DBS check (preferably recent or on the update service); we can help with the DBS application

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    Based in or willing to travel to Portsmouth

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Why Join Us?
\n Academics is partnering with multiple secondary schools in Portsmouth looking for dedicated Cover Supervisors. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain classroom experience and make a positive impact on students' education as a Cover Supervisor in Portsmouth.

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