Graduate Cover Supervisor

Graduate Cover Supervisor – Flexible & Full-Time Work Available | BL6 Secondary School

Location: BL6 area
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier)
⏰ Work Pattern: Flexible days OR full-time (your choice!)
Pay: £90–£110 per day (dependent on experience)

Looking to gain classroom experience and kick-start your education career?

We’re working closely with a forward-thinking secondary school in the BL6 area, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, that is seeking confident, adaptable graduates to join their team as Cover Supervisors from September.

Whether you’re interested in full-time work or want the flexibility to work around other commitments, this role gives you the chance to build valuable school-based experience and make a real impact — without needing QTS.

What you’ll do:

• Step into the classroom to deliver pre-set lessons in the absence of teachers.

• Maintain a calm and focused learning environment.

• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure students remain on task.

• Support students with questions and encourage engagement.

• Report back to teaching staff on class progress and behaviour.

✅ We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a degree in any subject and a strong interest in education.

• Communicates confidently with young people and adults.

• Is calm, resilient, and comfortable managing a classroom.

• Can commit to at least 2–3 days per week (or full-time).

• Has previous experience in a school, tutoring, mentoring or youth work (desirable, not essential).

Why this school?

• A supportive and experienced team who welcome new graduates.

• Excellent training and on-the-job guidance provided.

• Opportunities to move into long-term roles or teacher training.

• Accessible location in the BL6 area with good transport links.

Thinking about a future in teaching?
This is the perfect stepping stone. Gain confidence, classroom presence, and first-hand experience that’ll set you apart in teacher training or education roles.

Apply today to find out more — flexible starts available!

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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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