Unqualified Teacher

Prospero Teaching is seeking confident and proactive Unqualified Teachers to work across a range of primary and secondary schools in Winchester. This role suits individuals who enjoy leading groups, feel comfortable taking charge of a classroom, and want paid, practical experience in education without requiring QTS.

In this position, you will act as the responsible adult in the classroom when the teacher is absent. You'll deliver pre-planned lesson materials, guide students through their work, and maintain a positive, focused learning atmosphere. This is an ideal route for aspiring teachers, recent graduates exploring education, or anyone experienced in working with young people through coaching, mentoring, or youth support.

Whether you prefer consistent full-time work or flexible day‑to‑day cover, this role offers valuable classroom exposure and the opportunity to develop strong behaviour‑management and leadership skills.

The Role:

Deliver and supervise pre-prepared lessons across various subjects
Lead classes independently and keep students engaged
Follow and support school behaviour policies
Assist pupils with questions and general classroom needs
Work across different year groups from KS3 to KS4
Provide both short-notice and pre-arranged cover
Maintain a structured, calm, and encouraging learning environment

Ideal Candidate:

Experience working with children or young people (youth work, tutoring, mentoring, coaching, etc.)
Confident managing groups and behaviour
Flexible and comfortable covering a range of subjects
Proactive, reliable, and enthusiastic
Strong communication and organisation skills
Open to graduates and aspiring teachers

Contract Details:

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

Experience, Training & Safeguarding:

Experience with children or young people required
Classroom or youth-based experience preferred
Safeguarding training available if needed

Eligibility:

Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
Two references covering work with young people

What Prospero Teaching Offers:

Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding & behaviour management
A supportive consultant for continuous guidance
Access to long-term and permanent teaching opportunities
Pathways into teacher trainingIf you are confident leading groups and want hands-on teaching experience as an Unqualified Teacher in Winchester, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your up-to-date CV