Job Description

Graduate Cover Teachers

Are you a recent graduate looking to kickstart a career in education?

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking motivated, confident and resilient university graduates to join our team of Cover Supervisors across secondary schools and academies in Bristol, starting immediately. This is an excellent stepping stone for those considering a future in teaching (PGCE/School Direct) or anyone looking to gain valuable classroom leadership experience.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will lead classrooms of up to 30 students in the absence of their regular teacher. You will not be required to plan or mark lessons. Instead, you will:

- Deliver pre-planned work across a range of subjects, from English and Maths to PE and Drama - Manage classroom behaviour effectively, maintaining a safe and productive learning environment - Support students with their learning, answering questions and keeping them on task - Provide feedback to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour Why Apply?

Valuable Experience - Gain hands-on classroom leadership experience beyond a traditional Teaching Assistant role.

Flexibility - Choose the days you work to fit around further study, travel or other commitments.

Professional Development - Access free training in safeguarding, behaviour management and classroom skills.

No Planning or Marking - Focus on engagement, presence and developing your leadership confidence.

Requirements

Education: A university degree (all subjects welcome) or A-Level equivalent as a minimum.

Skills: Strong communication skills, confidence leading groups, and a professional, reliable attitude.

Experience: Previous experience working with young people (e.g. coaching, mentoring, tutoring, youth work or camp roles) is highly desirable.

Compliance: Must hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.