Cover Supervisor / Graduate Teacher

Aspire People; Daventry; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedule

Access to multiple schools

Long-term placements

Support from education consultant

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Daventry (NN11) and surrounding areas. Roles can be part-time or full-time with a minimum of 2 full days per week, working 8:30am–3:30pm.

Pay ranges from £90 to £140 per day, with weekly pay and flexible opportunities across Daventry and nearby schools. This is ideal for graduates or those with UK secondary school experience who want to gain classroom experience, build strong references, and

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cover Supervisor in UK secondary schools.
• Ability to lead a classroom with confidence and authority.
• Strong behaviour management and student engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to support Key Stage 5.
• Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials and ensuring students remain focused on their learning.
• Managing classroom behaviour and upholding high standards.
• Establishing a positive classroom environment.
• Ensuring students complete work provided by their regular teacher.
• Providing guidance and support to students as appropriate.
• Following school behaviour policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Taking class registers and reporting absences.
• Providing feedback to teaching staff on progress and engagement.
• Building positive relationships with students, teachers and support staff.
• Demonstrating flexibility covering different subjects and year groups.

Skills

Classroom management

Confidence

Professional presence

Communication

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools

Location: Daventry, NN11 and surrounding areas

Pay: £90-£140 per day (depending on experience, qualifications and knowledge)

Contract: Part-time or full-time

Working hours: 8:30am-3:30pm

Availability: Minimum 2 days per week - full-day availability essential

Are you a confident and experienced Cover Supervisor looking for your next opportunity?

Aspire People are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and experienced Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Daventry (NN11) and the surrounding areas.

We are keen to hear from individuals who have previous experience working within UK secondary schools and who can demonstrate excellent classroom management skills, confidence and a strong professional presence.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have developed a positive reputation with schools and education agencies in Daventry, Northamptonshire and the surrounding areas.

This is also a fantastic opportunity for graduates who have completed a degree and are considering a future career in teaching or education.

If you enjoy working with young people, have the confidence to lead a classroom and want to make a genuine difference

The Role & Responsibilities

• Supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities to support Key Stage 5.
• Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials and ensuring students remain focused on their learning.
• Taking responsibility for classroom management and maintaining high standards of behaviour.
• Establishing a positive and productive classroom environment.
• Ensuring students complete the work provided by their regular teacher.
• Providing guidance and support to students where appropriate.
• Following school behaviour policies and safeguarding procedures.
• Taking class registers and reporting student absences.
• Providing feedback to teaching staff regarding lesson progress, behaviour and student engagement.
• Building positive working relationships with students, teachers and school support staff.
• Demonstrating flexibility when covering different subjects, classes and year groups.

The Ideal Candidate

• Have previous experience as a Cover Supervisor, ideally within UK secondary schools.
• Possess excellent classroom management and behaviour management skills.
• Have a confident and authoritative classroom presence.
• Can manage challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Are reliable, hardworking and punctual.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoy working with teenagers and supporting their educational development.
• Are passionate about helping young people reach their potential.
• Can quickly adapt to different school environments and expectations.
• Have a strong professional reputation and positive references from previous schools or agencies.

Graduates are particularly encouraged to apply, especially those with a degree who are interested in gaining hands-on classroom experience and potentially progressing into a teaching career.

Working Pattern & Availability

• Part-time and full-time positions available.
• Minimum availability of 2 full days per week.
• Must be available between 8:30am and 3:30pm.
• Full-day availability is essential.
• Unfortunately, half-day availability cannot be accommodated.
• Opportunities across Daventry, NN11 and surrounding areas.

What Aspire People Can Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £90-£140, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Access to a variety of secondary schools across Daventry and surrounding areas.
• Opportunities for regular and long-term placements.
• A dedicated education consultant offering ongoing support.
• Opportunities to gain further experience within the education sector.
• A friendly, approachable team who value your experience and commitment.

We are looking for individuals who can bring confidence, enthusiasm and professionalism into the classroom and who genuinely want to inspire and support the next generation.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.