Wakefield Cover Supervisors

Protocol Education Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for graduates for Cover Supervisor roles in secondary schools in Wakefield. This position offers hands-on classroom experience, allowing leaders to engage students and manage behavior. Ideal for those considering teaching, it provides flexible opportunities with weekly pay and support. Applicants should have a degree and some experience working with young people.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE

Free access to online CPD Academy

Friendly support from local consultant

Qualifications

• A degree in any subject required.
• Confidence to lead groups of students.
• Experience with young people is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes in absence of the teacher.
• Engage pupils and manage behavior.
• Build relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Confidence and enthusiasm

Experience with young people

Positive, adaptable attitude

Education

Degree in any subject

Job description

Graduates Wanted – Cover Supervisor Roles in Wakefield Secondary Schools

Finished uni and wondering what’s next? If you’re thinking about teaching (or just want a role that’s rewarding, lively, and different every day), cover supervision could be spot on.

We’re on the lookout for graduates to work as Cover Supervisors across secondary schools in Wakefield. It’s your chance to gain hands-on classroom experience, build your confidence, and make a real difference – without the lesson planning or marking.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading classes when the teacher’s away (plans provided)
• Keeping pupils engaged and learning on track
• Managing behaviour and creating a positive atmosphere
• Building relationships with students and staff

Why it’s great for graduates:

• Get real classroom experience before a PGCE or teacher training
• Develop confidence, leadership, and communication skills
• Test the waters in education while being paid weekly
• Flexible opportunities – full-time or part-time to suit your plans

What we’re looking for:

• A degree in any subject (education background not essential)
• Confidence and enthusiasm in front of groups
• Experience with young people (schools, tutoring, coaching, youth work – all great!)
• A positive, adaptable attitude

What you’ll get with Protocol Education:

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Friendly support from your local consultant
• Roles in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
• A foot in the door to schools across Wakefield

Whether you’re set on teaching or just want experience that makes your CV stand out, cover supervision is a brilliant way to get started.

Apply today and kickstart your graduate journey in Wakefield schools.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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