Supply Teacher

Substitute Teacher Needed (KS3 and KS4)

Location: Southampton, Hampshire

Start Date: Immediate

A Secondary School in Southampton with a strong reputation for inclusion, pastoral care, wellbeing, and a supportive school culture is seeking a flexible, adaptable and enthusiastic Substitute Teacher to be a part of their team!

This opportunity is well suited to Early Career Teachers wishing to gain further experience, experienced teachers seeking flexible working arrangements, or educators looking to maintain their teaching practice while reducing workload.

The Role

The school is seeking adaptable and enthusiastic educators to join their team on an ad-hoc basis, providing cover during periods of staff absence across a range of subjects.

As a substitute teacher, you will be responsible for supervising pre-prepared lessons, maintaining a calm and purposeful classroom environment, and ensuring that students remain engaged in their learning. You will also be expected to follow the school’s behaviour and safeguarding policies, collect completed work at the end of lessons, and provide feedback to teaching staff where appropriate.

This is an excellent, flexible opportunity to join a school with a consistent “Good” Ofsted inspection rating, as well as:

• A research‑informed, ambitious curriculum
• Excellent sports and enrichment facilities
• Strong pastoral and wellbeing focus
• Effective SEND support with a resourced provision
• Solid academic outcomes and a popular reputation leading to oversubscription

It is considered one of the most supportive and community‑focused secondary schools in the Southampton area!

Who We Are Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils, including exposure to SEN
• Confident and adaptable in a classroom setting
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with students
• Have a genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people and contributing to their educational development

Working Hours / Benefits

This is a flexible position, with full-time and part-time opportunities available on an ad hoc basis, an immediate start and competitive daily pay rate. You will be joining a welcoming and supportive school community, with opportunities for professional development and ongoing guidance from Teaching Personnel’s experienced team. Working days are weekdays only, term-time only, with holiday pay included! You will also receive access to CPD Academy training free of charge, along with extras at a massively discounted cost!

If you are ready to join a school where students feel safe and supported at all times, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV!

About Us

Teaching Personnel is a specialist education agency, working with a variety of schools across the UK – pairing talented educators with the perfect role for them! We pride ourselves on providing the best experience possible for all educators, schools, and students we work with.

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