Graduate Cover Supervisors - #2113538

Graduate Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools & Academies

Locations: South Yorkshire (, Rotherham, , Doncaster) and Chesterfield
Start Date: September
Salary: £460 - £650 per week / £95 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time and Part-time roles available

Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart a career in education?

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking motivated and resilient university graduates to join our team of Cover Supervisors across South Yorkshire and Chesterfield starting In September. This is an ideal stepping stone for those considering a future in teaching (PGCE/School Direct) or anyone looking to gain high-level leadership and classroom management experience.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will lead classrooms of up to 30 students in the absence of their regular teacher. You are not expected to plan or mark lessons; instead, you will:

• Deliver pre-planned work across various subjects, from English and Maths to PE and Drama.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively, ensuring a productive and safe learning environment.
• Support students with their tasks, answering questions and keeping them on track.
• Liaise with school staff to provide feedback on student progress and behaviour during the day.

Why Apply?

• Valuable Experience: Gain more hands-on classroom experience than a standard Teaching Assistant role.
• Flexibility: Choose the days you work to fit around further study or other commitments.
• Professional Development: Access to free training in safeguarding and behaviour management.
• No Planning/Marking: Focus purely on student engagement and leadership.

Requirements

• Education: A university degree (all subjects welcome) or A-Level equivalent as a minimum.
• Skills: Strong communication, confidence in leading groups, and a professional, reliable attitude.
• Experience: Previous experience with young people (e.g., coaching, mentoring, tutoring, or camp work) is highly desirable.
• Compliance: Must hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

How to Apply

Ready to inspire the next generation? Start your journey by applying today. To register your interest Email Fiona Rhoadhouse on