Trainee Cover Supervisor

Vision for Education Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Free training and ongoing CPD

Dedicated consultant support

Guaranteed Pay Scheme

Job summary

Vision for Education is recruiting Trainee Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across York, with opportunities for flexible, short-term and long-term placements.

You'll lead pre-planned lessons, manage classroom behaviour, take registers and engage students in the absence of the class teacher. A degree is preferred, and training is provided to support your entry into education.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree (preferred) or equivalent qualifications
• Have experience working with young people (such as coaching, tutoring, youth work or childcare)
• Are confident, reliable and keen to work in education
• Have (or are willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS and have the Right to Work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-planned lessons and manage classroom behaviour
• Take registers and keep students engaged while the teacher is absent
• Support students to achieve learning goals and maintain a positive learning environment

Skills

Degree preferred

Experience with young people

Reliable and confident

Enhanced DBS willingness

Education

Degree (preferred)

Job description

Vision for Education are recruiting Cover Supervisors to work in a variety of secondary schools in the York area. If you are an experienced Cover Supervisor, or have similar experience supporting young people, we want to hear from you! Get in touch

About the role

Trainee Cover Supervisor

Secondary Schools in York

£500 - £600 per week (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Start Date: September 2026

Kick-start your career in education

Are you a graduate or someone with experience working with young people looking to gain classroom experience?

Vision for Education is recruiting Trainee Cover Supervisors to work in secondary schools across Cheshire. No previous school experience is required - we'll provide the training you need to succeed.

As a Cover Supervisor, you'll lead pre-planned lessons, manage classroom behaviour, take registers, and keep students engaged while their teacher is absent.

Full Training Provided

Before you start, you'll complete our free Cover Supervisor Training Programme, including:

• Behaviour Management Training
• Safeguarding & Child Protection Training
• A live training day at our Salford Quays office
• Ongoing support from our experienced secondary team

We're Looking For People Who:

• Hold a degree (preferred) or equivalent qualifications
• Have experience working with young people (such as coaching, tutoring, youth work or childcare)
• Are confident, reliable and keen to work in education
• Have (or are willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS and have the Right to Work in the UK

What We Offer

• £500-£600 per week (PAYE)
• Flexible day-to-day, short-term and long-term work
• Free training and ongoing CPD
• Pension contributions
• Dedicated consultant support
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)

This is an ideal opportunity if you're considering a career in teaching or want to gain valuable experience in secondary schools.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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