Cover Supervisor

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A teacher recruitment agency is seeking Graduate Cover Supervisors to gain classroom experience. This role is ideal for graduates considering a teaching career. Responsibilities include delivering lessons, managing classroom behaviour, and providing feedback to teachers. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential. The position begins in September 2025 and offers flexible working in a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Comprehensive wellness services

Qualifications

• Considering a PGCE, School Direct, or other teacher training route.
• Some experience working with young people is desirable but not essential.
• Proactive, professional, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons to classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure students remain engaged in their learning.
• Provide feedback to teachers on class progress and any issues that arise.
• Cover a variety of subjects with no planning or marking required.
• Gain hands-on experience working in a busy school environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Confidence

Adaptability

Proactiveness

Job description

Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience before starting teacher training? We are seeking enthusiastic and confident Graduate Cover Supervisors to join a supportive secondary school team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates in any subject area who are considering a career in education. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a Cover Supervisor:

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons to classes in the absence of the regular teacher.

• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure students remain engaged in their learning.

• Provide feedback to teachers on class progress and any issues that arise.

• Cover a variety of subjects – no planning or marking required.

• Gain hands-on experience working in a busy school environment.

Ideal Cover Supervisor:

• Are considering a PGCE, School Direct, or other teacher training route.

• Have strong communication and leadership skills as a Cover Supervisor.

• Are confident, adaptable, and able to manage classroom behaviour.

• Have some experience working with young people (e.g., in school, coaching, tutoring, mentoring – desirable but not essential).

• Are proactive, professional, and reliable.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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