Graduate Cover Supervisor

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

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Cover Supervisor in Salford starting September 2025. This role requires delivering pre-planned lessons and managing classroom behavior in a supportive secondary academy. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background and experience working with young people. Competitive weekly pay and access to professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Access to over 2,500 free CPD courses

Flexible holiday pay options

In-house payroll

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 weeks' experience working with young people aged 11-16 in the last 3 years.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong academic background

Experience in youth work

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Kickstart Your Teaching Career - Full-Time Graduate Opportunity in Manchester
Cover Supervisor Role Salford 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 a secondary in Salford 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, 8:30am - 3:30pm
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 in Salford.

• Praised for its strong leadership and supportive staff culture
• 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)

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