Graduate Teaching Programme

Teaching Personnel; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic graduates to join the Future Teacher Programme as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools starting this September. This role offers a practical path into teaching, helping you develop classroom management skills and confidence while being supported by experienced staff.

You will deliver pre-planned lessons, support students, and work with departments as you explore different curriculum areas and teacher training routes such as PGCE or School Direct.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree from a recognised university.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to confidently lead groups of young people.
• Passion for education and helping students.
• Interested in future teaching or education careers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons to Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment.
• Support students in completing classwork as directed.
• Collaborate with subject departments with guidance from teachers.
• Gain exposure to different curriculum areas to support future training.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Group leadership

Passionate about education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Are you a graduate considering a career in teaching? Would you like to gain invaluable classroom experience before embarking on teacher training?

We are seeking enthusiastic, confident, and motivated graduates to join our Future Teacher Programme as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools, starting this September.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your classroom management skills, build your confidence, and gain first-hand experience of secondary education while being fully supported by experienced teaching staff.

The Role

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects to students in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Support students in completing the work set by their teachers.
• Work closely with subject departments, receiving ongoing guidance and support from experienced teaching professionals.
• Gain exposure to different curriculum areas while developing the skills needed for a future teaching career.

Ideal Candidate

• Hold a degree.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are confident leading groups of young people.
• Are passionate about education and making a positive difference.
• Are considering a future career in teaching or education.

Whether you're planning to apply for a PGCE, School Direct, or another teacher training route, this programme provides the practical experience and confidence to take the next step in your teaching career.

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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