Graduate Cover Supervisor

Graduate Cover Supervisor – Durham Secondary Schools
Competitive Daily Rates, September 2026

Thinking about a career in education but not sure where to start? Cover Supervision is one of the most accessible entry points into secondary schools — no teaching qualification required, just a degree, a confident approach, and a genuine interest in working with young people.

Teaching Personnel is recruiting graduates for Cover Supervisor positions across Durham secondary schools from September 2026. You'll be in the classroom from day one, building practical experience that strengthens any future application to teacher training, educational psychology, or a permanent support role.

What the role involves:

• Supervising classes across KS3 and KS4 and delivering pre-set work
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining high expectations
• Following school procedures and feeding back to staff after each lesson
• Building familiarity with students and schools over time

What we're looking for:

• A degree in any discipline
• Enthusiasm for working with secondary aged young people
• Confident, reliable, and professional approach
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What Teaching Personnel offers:

• Competitive daily rates
• Weekly pay via PAYE
• Dedicated consultant support
• Free CPD and training
• A clear pathway into TA, HLTA, or teacher training roles

Contract: Long-term, Start: September 2026, Location: Durham secondary schools

Send your CV or call 0191 223 5071.

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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