Graduate Cover Supervisor/ Substitute Teacher

Are you a recent graduate ready to gain hands-on experience, build valuable skills, and explore a rewarding career path in education? Secondary schools in Andover are seeking enthusiastic Graduate Cover Supervisors to join their teams from January 2025. This role is perfect for graduates from any degree background who are passionate about supporting young people, keen to make a positive impact, and interested in a dynamic, classroom-based role.

About the Role:

As a Graduate Cover Supervisor, you’ll step into classrooms across Key Stage 3 and 4, delivering pre-prepared lessons in the absence of regular teachers. No previous teaching experience is required—just strong communication skills, patience, and a knack for engaging others. This role will allow you to develop leadership skills, learn effective classroom management, and work with students of various ages and abilities.

Whether you’re considering a career in teaching, social work, educational psychology, or another field, this experience will give you transferable skills in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving. You’ll play an active role in supporting students’ learning and growth, making a real difference every day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering pre-prepared lessons across various subjects to Key Stage 3 and 4 students.
• Creating a positive classroom environment, managing behaviour, and ensuring a supportive learning space.
• Encouraging student participation and helping them understand lesson content.
• Adhering to school policies on behaviour and learning to foster a respectful, well-organized classroom.

Position Details:

• Start date: January 2025.
• Full-time and part-time roles are available to suit your schedule.
• Suitable for graduates from any field of study, unqualified teachers, and experienced Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) looking to expand their skills.
• This position is open to UK residents only.

Why Apply?

• Develop Transferable Skills: From public speaking to classroom management, this role offers skills that are useful in a wide range of careers.
• Gain Real-World Experience in Education: Work closely with students and teaching staff in a school environment.
• Explore Career Paths: Many Graduate Cover Supervisors go on to pursue roles in teaching, youth work, or educational support.
• Flexible Options: Full-time and part-time opportunities mean you can gain experience at a pace that works for you.

If you’re motivated, adaptable, and excited to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Start your journey toward a fulfilling career in education and apply today!

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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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