Graduate Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Yate; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Graduate Cover Supervisor in Yate to lead pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher. No teaching qualification is required, making this a strong stepping stone into education and youth-focused roles.

The role welcomes graduates from diverse backgrounds who can communicate clearly, build positive relationships with students, and help maintain an engaging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate or relevant experience working with young people.
• Confident and professional communication skills.
• Strong classroom presence and leadership qualities.
• Resilience, adaptability and a positive attitude.
• Genuine interest in supporting students and helping them achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively.
• Encouraging student participation and engagement.
• Supporting the school's positive learning environment.
• Building strong relationships with staff and students.

Skills

Sports coaching

Classroom experience

Youth work

Mentoring

Summer camps

Support work

Community roles

Communication skills

Leadership

Adaptability

Motivation

Job description

Location: Yate, South Gloucestershire
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable experience in education? Are you confident, adaptable, and passionate about supporting young people to succeed?

We are currently recruiting for a Graduate Cover Supervisor to work within a welcoming secondary school in Yate. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone considering a future career in teaching, education, youth work, or pastoral support.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will lead pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher, ensuring students remain engaged, focused, and on task. No teaching qualification is required, making this an excellent stepping stone into the education sector.

We are keen to hear from graduates and individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Experience that would be particularly beneficial includes:

• Sports coaching
• Classroom or school-based experience
• Youth work
• Mentoring or tutoring
• Summer camps and activity leadership
• Support work
• Community or voluntary roles involving young people

Sports coaching experience is especially valuable, as the role requires strong communication skills, confidence leading groups, and the ability to build positive relationships with young people.

• Supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher
• Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively
• Encouraging student participation and engagement
• Supporting the school's positive learning environment
• Building strong relationships with staff and students

• A graduate, or someone with relevant experience working with young people
• Confident and professional communication skills
• Strong classroom presence and leadership qualities
• Resilience, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• A genuine interest in supporting students and helping them achieve their potential

This role offers excellent experience for those considering careers in:

• Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Youth Work
• Social Work
• Counselling
• Pastoral Support

Whether you've worked in a school before, coached sports teams, mentored young people, or gained experience in another setting, many different experiences can lead to being a great Cover Supervisor.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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