The role involves following pre-prepared lesson plans, managing classroom behaviour, and supporting students with their work while promoting high standards of conduct. This position is ideal for someone considering a career in education or looking to
About the role
Job Title: Trainee Cover Supervisor
Location: Upminster
Salary: £450-£500 per week, Term time only (8.30am-3.30pm)
Start Date: February 2026
The School and Role
Are you a recent graduate seeking some school-based experience in secondary schools? Are you considering a long-term career in education and teaching?
Our partnering Secondary schools in Havering, are seeking confident individuals who are passionate about education, to work as Graduate Cover Supervisors. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a flexible schedule, either full-time or part-time.
The lesson will always be planned, and this will be provided in advance. It is your role as the Graduate Cover Supervisor to facilitate the classes learning, manage classroom behaviour, record accurate registers, and provide a handover to the absent teacher. Successful Graduate Cover Supervisors are adaptable, flexible, motivated, confident, and organised, they have a passion for education and supporting young people.
This role provides a great opportunity to gain experience of working within a Secondary school prior to applying to Initial Teacher Training. Although previous experience of working in a Secondary School is desirable, it is not essential.
If you are new to the Graduate Cover Supervisor role, you will be offered a comprehensive Cover Supervisor Training Programme to equip you will the skills you need. The next Graduate Cover Supervisor programme is taking place on Wednesday 18th February – apply for this Graduate Cover Supervisor position now to book your place on the training course.
The desired Graduate Cover Supervisor will have:
- A degree or equivalent education.
- Experience working with young people or a willingness to learn.
- Leadership skills and confidence to lead a classroom of up to 30 students.
- A passion for education and providing the highest possible level of support to young people.
- Flexibility in their schedule and adaptability to teach at multiple schools.
As a Graduate Cover Supervisor and as part of our team, you benefit from:
- Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
- Social and networking events & Pension contributions.
- CPD to help with your professional development.
- Access to a dedicated consultant.
Apply today via this website, or for more information about this Graduate Cover Supervisor role and other opportunities call us on 01245 921 901.
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