Cover Supervisor - Chesterfield

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible days

Free safeguarding training

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is seeking university graduates to join our team as Graduate Cover Supervisors in South Yorkshire and Chesterfield, starting ASAP. Roles include delivering pre-planned lessons, maintaining discipline, and supporting students to stay on task.

Ideal candidates hold a university degree or A-Level equivalent, demonstrate excellent communication and leadership, and are willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Education: university degree (any subject) or A-Level equivalent.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with young people is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to apply for Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned work across various subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Support students with their tasks and keep them on track.
• Liaise with school staff to provide feedback on progress and behaviour.

Skills

Strong communication

Leading groups

Professional attitude

Student engagement

Education

University degree (any subject)

A-Level equivalent

Job description

Graduate Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools & Academies

Locations: South Yorkshire Sheffield and Chesterfield

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £460 - £650 per week / £95 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time and Part-time roles available

Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart a career in education? Tradewind Recruitment are seeking motivated and resilient university graduates to join our team of Cover Supervisors across South Yorkshire and Chesterfield starting in ASAP. This is an ideal stepping stone for those considering a future in teaching (PGCE/School Direct) or anyone looking to gain high-level leadership and classroom management experience.

The Role

• Deliver pre-planned work across various subjects, from English and Maths to PE and Drama.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring a productive and safe learning environment.
• Support students with their tasks, answering questions and keeping them on track.
• Liaise with school staff to provide feedback on student progress and behaviour during the day.

Why Apply?

• Valuable Experience: Gain more hands-on classroom experience than a standard Teaching Assistant role.
• Flexibility: Choose the days you work to fit around further study or other commitments.
• Professional Development: Access to free training in safeguarding and behaviour management.
• No Planning/Marking: Focus purely on student engagement and leadership.

Requirements

• Education: A university degree (all subjects welcome) or A-Level equivalent as a minimum.
• Skills: Strong communication, confidence in leading groups, and a professional, reliable attitude.
• Experience: Previous experience with young people (e.g., coaching, mentoring, tutoring, or camp work) is highly desirable.
• Compliance: Must hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.