Graduate Cover Supervisor/Teaching Assistant

Smile Education; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles is seeking a Cover Supervisor/Teaching Assistant for a secondary school in Solihull starting in September 2025. This role involves delivering lessons, managing classroom behavior, and supporting students' learning in a positive environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with young people, strong communication skills, and a passion for education. Interested candidates can apply through the provided contact details.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally in a school or educational setting.
• A genuine passion for education and helping young people succeed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons and manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• Support students with learning activities during lessons and interventions.
• Ensure a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom management skills

Strong communication

Supportive attitude

Flexibility

Education

Degree or relevant qualification

Job description

Overview

Cover Supervisor/Teaching Assistant – Smile Education is recruiting in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in the Solihull area for a role starting in Sept 2025. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ learning in a supportive and well-structured school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons and manage classroom behaviour effectively
• Support students with learning activities during lessons and interventions
• Ensure a positive and inclusive classroom environment
• Collaborate with teaching staff and other support staff to assist student progress

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with young people, ideally in a school or educational setting
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• A proactive, flexible, and supportive attitude
• A genuine passion for education and helping young people succeed
• A degree or relevant qualification is advantageous but not essential

Interested?

Contact Megan at [e-mail] or apply directly through this website. For more details, you can also call 0121 716 9376.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks including DBS, Barred List, Prohibited List, and reference checks.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.