Graduate Teaching Assistant - Southport

Tradewind Recruitment; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor for secondary schools in Southport. This role offers graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience before pursuing a teaching career. Responsibilities include supervising classes, managing behavior, and supporting student learning. The position is flexible with daily, short-term, and long-term options available, offering competitive pay up to £120 per day based on experience. Ongoing support is provided by dedicated consultants.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible working options

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Must be a recent graduate.
• Genuine interest in teaching or education is essential.
• Confident and able to engage young people.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain engagement.
• Support pupil learning across various subjects.
• Gain experience for future teacher training.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Engagement with young people

Education

Recent graduate (any subject)

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant / Cover Supervisor - Southport

Location: Southport, Merseyside
Salary: Up to 120 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Flexible (Daily, Short-term, and Long-term roles available)
Agency: Tradewind Recruitment
Contact: Lizzie McDonnell (phone number removed)

Are you a graduate looking to take your first step into the world of education? Do you want to gain hands‑on classroom experience before starting teacher training or an education career?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently looking for graduates to work as Cover Supervisors across a range of secondary schools in the Southport area. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your classroom management skills, support pupils' learning, and explore life in a secondary school setting.

The Role

• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring pupils stay engaged and on task with pre-set work.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils' learning and development across a variety of subjects.
• Gain valuable experience to strengthen future teacher training applications.

What We Offer

Competitive pay – up to 120 per day, depending on experience.
Flexible working options – daily, short-term, and long-term placements available.
Opportunities to work in a variety of welcoming Southport secondary schools.
Ongoing support and guidance from your dedicated Tradewind consultant, Lizzie McDonnell.

Ideal Candidates Will

• Be a recent graduate (any subject welcome).
• Have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education.
• Be confident, adaptable, and able to engage young people.
• Possess excellent communication and organisational skills.

Whether you're looking for day-to-day cover or a longer-term role to build experience, Tradewind Recruitment can help you find positions that suit your goals and availability.

For more information, contact Lizzie McDonnell on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Tradewind Recruitment – supporting graduates into education careers in the Southport area.