Unqualified Teacher

Unqualified Teacher

Prospero Teaching is seeking confident, proactive Unqualified Teachers to work across a selection of primary and secondary schools in Andover. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy taking charge of groups, feel at ease managing a classroom, and want paid, hands-on experience in education without needing QTS.

In this role, you will step in as the responsible adult when the class teacher is away, delivering work that has already been prepared, keeping students on task, and ensuring the classroom remains positive and productive. It''s a fantastic pathway for those considering a career in teaching, recent graduates exploring education, or anyone with experience supporting young people through mentoring, coaching, or youth-focused roles.

Whether you''re looking for regular full-time work or would prefer something more flexible, this opportunity offers valuable classroom exposure and the chance to develop strong behaviour-management and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across multiple subjects
• Lead classes independently, maintaining engagement and focus
• Follow and uphold school behaviour policies
• Assist students with general queries during lessons
• Work with a range of year groups from KS3 to KS4
• Provide cover on both pre-booked and short-notice occasions
• Help maintain a calm, structured, and supportive learning environment

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working with children or young people (mentoring, tutoring, coaching, youth work, etc.)
• Confident in managing groups and promoting positive behaviour
• Flexible and capable of delivering lessons in various subjects
• Dependable, enthusiastic, and proactive in a classroom setting
• Strong communication and organisational abilities
• Suitable for graduates and future teacher trainees

Contract Details:

• Position: Unqualified Teacher
• Location: Andover
• Start: ASAP
• Working Pattern: Full-time, part-time, or day-to-day cover
• Pay: Up to -130 per day
• Key Stages: KS1-KS4

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

• Essential experience supporting children or young people
• Classroom or youth-setting experience preferred
• Safeguarding training can be provided

Eligibility Requirements:

• Legal right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
• Two references confirming work with young people

What Prospero Teaching Provides:

• Access to free accredited CPD, including safeguarding and behaviour training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities for long-term or permanent placements
• Pathways into teacher training programmes

If you''re confident leading groups and want meaningful hands-on classroom experience as an Unqualified Teacher in Andover, we''d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your most up-to-date CV.

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