Graduate Cover Supervisor

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a Full-Time Cover Supervisor to start in September 2025 in Manchester. The role involves delivering pre-planned lessons and managing classroom behaviour in a supportive academy environment. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree, strong academic background, and experience with young people. Competitive weekly pay and access to free CPD courses are offered.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses

Full interview preparation and ongoing support

Flexible holiday pay options

Free networking and social events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 weeks' experience working with young people aged 11-16 in the last 3 years.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply).
• Full employment and education history on your CV.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support students with independent learning and peer activities.
• Provide pastoral support and ensure a smooth handover to teaching staff.

Skills

Strong academic background in Maths

Strong academic background in Science

Strong academic background in Humanities

Good GCSEs (grades 6-9 / A-C in English, Maths, and Science)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Kickstart Your Teaching Career - Full-Time Graduate Opportunity in Manchester
Cover Supervisor Role South Manchester September 2025 Start

Are you a recent graduate thinking about teaching? Want to gain hands-on experience in a classroom before committing to teacher training?

Join an Ofsted 'Good' secondary academy on the Trafford/Stockport border as a full-time Cover Supervisor and build the experience and confidence you need to thrive in education.

The Role
Start Date: September 2025
Full-Time: Monday to Friday, 8:20am - 3:20pm
Contract: Full academic year
No planning or marking required

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the teacher
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment
• Support students with independent learning and peer activities
• Provide pastoral support and ensure a smooth handover to teaching staff

About the School
You'll be based in a successful 11-18 secondary academy located on the border of Trafford and Stockport.

• Rated Good by Ofsted (May 2022)
• Praised for its strong leadership and supportive staff culture
• "The behaviour of pupils is good. Pupils are polite, friendly and generally behave well." - Ofsted
• Easily accessible by both car and public transport
• Welcoming environment with a strong focus on student achievement and staff development

Who We're Looking For
We're ideally looking for graduates with a strong academic background in Maths, Science, or Humanities, and good GCSEs (grades 6-9 / A -C in English, Maths, and Science).

We welcome experience from:

• Schools or colleges (e.g., Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support roles)
• Youth work or sports coaching
• Scouts, Guides, church or community youth groups
• Outdoor education, Duke of Edinburgh, or similar

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
• Minimum of 6 weeks' experience working with young people aged 11-16 in the last 3 years
• A referee who can confirm this experience
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)
• Full employment and education history on your CV
• Legal right to work in the UK

Why Join Tradewind?

• Competitive weekly pay
• Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses through The National College
• Full interview preparation and ongoing support
• In-house payroll - no umbrella companies
• Flexible holiday pay options
• Free networking and social events
• Many graduates progress into permanent roles or teacher training (PGCE/SCITT)

Apply Now
To find out more or apply, contact the Manchester office on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Launch your teaching journey this September - we'd love to hear from you.