Job Description

Do you have a background working with young people?
Are you resilient, adaptable, and ready for a new challenge?

Quokka Education is partnering with a top 10 secondary school in Hampshire, located in Winchester. We're looking for confident individuals with a background in sport - adaptable, energetic, and ready to step in as cover supervisors straight away.

This is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable teaching experience before starting teacher training. Through our partnerships, we can also introduce you to some of the best teacher training providers in Hampshire, including salaried routes to obtain QTS.

No previous experience? No problem. We'll provide all the training and support you need to get started.

What success looks like as a cover supervisor

Day 1-30

Step into classrooms with confidence, keeping lessons on track with pre-planned content Follow school routines quickly and build positive first impressions Show reliability, professionalism, and adaptability in every booking

By 60 days

Establish yourself as a trusted cover supervisor, requested back by local schools Confidently manage different year groups and subjects with calm authority Be recognised for consistency and positive behaviour management

By 90 days

Become the go-to cover supervisor in your area Lead lessons independently and contribute to a positive classroom environment Build a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and impact

Who we are looking for

We're especially looking for people with a strong background in sport, including:

Sports graduates, students, and aspiring PE teachers Sports coaches with experience mentoring young people Graduates looking to gain classroom experience before teacher training Anyone sporty, energetic, and adaptable, ready for a new challenge

What we offer

Flexible work - part-time and full-time opportunities in excellent local schools Weekly pay at some of the best rates in the industry, through PAYE - no hidden surprises Free CPD and training, plus experience and shadow days before you start A company built on fairness, transparency, and genuine support

Contract details

Location: Winchester Position: Sports Graduate Cover Supervisor Start date: As soon as possible Contract type: Ongoing Hours: 8:30 am -3.00 pm, term time only Pay: From 120 per day via PAYE

How to apply

If this sounds like the right step for you, apply today to become a Sports Graduate Cover Supervisor.

If you know someone who would be a great fit, you can also refer them and receive up to 150 through our referral scheme.

Safeguarding

At Quokka Education, keeping children safe always comes first.
We follow the Department for Education's guidance, Keeping Children Safe in Education, which means carrying out thorough checks on everyone we work with. This also includes an online search as part of our safeguarding process. We'll guide you through each step so you always know what to expect.

Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 120.00-130.00 per day

Benefits:

Referral programme
Work Location: In person