Graduate Cover Supervisor - Southend-on-Sea

Vision for Education - Essex; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization in Southend-on-Sea is seeking recent graduates for the Graduate Cover Supervisor role. This position offers hands-on experience in secondary schools, with a flexible schedule and the chance to support young learners. Ideal candidates are adaptable, passionate about education, and ready to take on a classroom. Training is provided, making it a perfect entry point for those looking to enter teaching.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent education required.
• Experience with young people or willingness to learn.
• Leadership skills to manage a classroom.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Manage classroom behavior and record registers.
• Support students and ensure a positive learning environment.

Skills

Adaptability

Leadership

Organizational skills

Passion for education

Confidence

Education

Degree or equivalent education

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Cover Supervisor

Location: Southend-on-Sea

Salary: £90-£100 per day, Term time only (8.30am-3.30pm)

Start Date: September 2025

The School and Role

Are you a recent graduate seeking some school-based experience in secondary schools? Are you considering a long-term career in education and teaching?

Our partnering Secondary schools in Southend-on-Sea, are seeking confident individuals who are passionate about education, to work as Graduate Cover Supervisors. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a flexible schedule, either full-time or part-time.

The lesson will always be planned, and this will be provided in advance. It is your role as the Graduate Cover Supervisor to facilitate the classes learning, manage classroom behaviour, record accurate registers, and provide a handover to the absent teacher. Successful Graduate Cover Supervisors are adaptable, flexible, motivated, confident, and organised, they have a passion for education and supporting young people.

This role provides a great opportunity to gain experience of working within a Secondary school prior to applying to Initial Teacher Training. Although previous experience of working in a Secondary School is desirable, it is not essential.

If you are new to the Graduate Cover Supervisor role, you will be offered a comprehensive Cover Supervisor Training Programme to equip you will the skills you need. The next Graduate Cover Supervisor programme is taking place on Wednesday 27th in Chelmsford City Centre apply for this Graduate Cover Supervisor position now to book your place on the training course.

The desired Graduate Cover Supervisor will have:

• A degree or equivalent education.
• Experience working with young people or a willingness to learn.
• Leadership skills and confidence to lead a classroom of up to 30 students.
• A passion for education and providing the highest possible level of support to young people.
• Flexibility in their schedule and adaptability to teach at multiple schools.

As a Graduate Cover Supervisor and as part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events & Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this Graduate Cover Supervisor role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).