Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor – Pathway to Teaching | Wigan Secondary Schools

Location: Wigan Borough (various secondary schools)
Full-time or part-time | Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025 or ASAP
Up to £95 per day, depending on experience

Are you considering a career in teaching? Want valuable classroom experience before applying for your PGCE or teacher training?

Wigan secondary schools are offering opportunities for graduates or aspiring educators to work as Cover Supervisors — a perfect stepping stone into the teaching profession.

In this role, you will:

• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher

• Deliver pre-set work and maintain classroom routines

• Support learning and behaviour management

• Gain practical experience across subjects and year groups

Ideal for:

• Graduates considering a PGCE or Schools Direct

• Teaching Assistants looking to step up

• Confident communicators with a passion for education

• Applicants with a DBS or willingness to apply

This is an ideal route to gain school-based experience while earning, with opportunities for long-term placements and references for your PGCE application.

To apply, submit your CV and we will be in touch.

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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