General Cover

Join Our Schools as a General Cover in Portsmouth!

About the Role:

General Covers are essential to the smooth running of schools, stepping in for absent teachers and ensuring continuity in the classroom. As a General Cover, you will supervise pre-assigned lessons, manage classroom behavior, and maintain a productive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities of a General Cover:

• Supervise pre-assigned lessons in the absence of regular teachers.
• Establish rapport quickly with students.
• Implement effective behavior management strategies in line with school policies.
• Be flexible to cover various subjects across KS3, KS4, and KS5.
• Ensure students remain on task and complete assigned work.

Requirements to be a General Cover:

• Hold a UK recognized degree or have relevant experience in a similar role.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Possess a valid enhanced DBS check (preferably issued within the last year or on the update service). If you don't have a DBS, we can help with the application process.
• Be local to, or willing to travel to Portsmouth.

Why Work with Us?

Academics is partnering with multiple secondary schools in the Portsmouth area, seeking dedicated individuals like you to support teaching across all subjects. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain classroom experience and make a positive impact on students' education.