Cover Supervisor (Secondary Schools)

Newcastle upon Tyne
£92.63–£110 per day (paid weekly via PAYE)
Flexible working opportunities
Start Date: September 2026

Are you a confident, enthusiastic individual considering a future in teaching? Do you want to gain valuable classroom experience while enjoying flexible work that fits around your schedule?

At Teaching Personnel, we're looking for motivated and reliable Cover Supervisors to work across a range of welcoming and supportive secondary schools in and around Newcastle upon Tyne. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, experienced educators, or anyone with transferable skills who is passionate about working with young people.

The Role

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects
• Supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher
• Managing classroom behaviour and promoting a positive learning environment
• Supporting students with classwork and encouraging engagement
• Building positive relationships with students and school staff
• Adapting confidently to different school settings and age groups

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with young people in education, coaching, mentoring, youth work, tutoring, or similar settings
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence in leading a classroom and managing behaviour effectively
• A flexible and adaptable approach to working in different schools
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people's development

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily rates of pay (£92.63–£110 per day)
• Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella company deductions
• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle and commitments
• Opportunities to gain invaluable classroom experience
• Access to high-quality training and professional development
• Ongoing support from a dedicated team of experienced consultants
• Potential pathways into teacher training and long-term school opportunities

Whether you're an aspiring teacher looking to gain hands-on classroom experience or an experienced professional seeking flexible work in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and begin your journey in education with Teaching Personnel this September!

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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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