Future Teacher - Cover Supervisor

Future Teacher – Cover Supervisor (South Manchester) – September 2025 Start

Location:South Manchester
Position:Cover Supervisor (Future Teacher Programme)
Start Date:September 2025
Contract Type:Full-time, term-time only
Salary: £90–£110 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a recent graduate or aspiring teacher considering a career in education? Do you want to gain practical classroom experience before committing to teacher training?

We are working in partnership with a number of secondary schools across the South Manchesterarea – including Chorlton, Didsbury, and Wythenshawe – who are seeking graduates or confident individuals to join their Future Teacher Programmeas Cover Supervisors starting in September 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to gain hands-on experience in a classroom setting and develop the essential skills required for teacher training in the near future (e.g., PGCE, School Direct, Teach First).

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering pre-prepared lessons in the absence of the classroom teacher

• Managing pupil behaviour in line with school policy

• Supporting pupils’ learning, ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard

• Reporting on student progress to heads of department

• Building rapport with pupils and becoming a valued member of the school team

• Gaining insight into planning, assessment and pastoral responsibilities

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree (any subject) – 2:2 or above preferred

• A passion for education and a genuine desire to become a teacher

• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence managing groups of young people

• Experience working with children or young people (paid or voluntary) is highly desirable

• Adaptability, initiative, and resilience

Benefits:

• Full-time, consistent work in one school or across multiple schools in your area

• Ongoing CPD, including Cover Supervisor training and safeguarding

• Access to the Future Teachers Programme through Teaching Personnel

• A clear pathway into a school-based initial teacher training route

• Supportive school environments that promote staff development

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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