Graduate Cover Supervisor

Graduate Cover Supervisor – Rotherham | Aspiring Teachers Welcome!

Location:

Rotherham

Start Date:

ASAP / November 2026

Contract:

Flexible Supply – Full-time or Part-time
Salary:
Competitive Daily Rates

Thinking About Becoming a Teacher? Start in the Classroom!

Have you recently graduated and wondered whether teaching could be the career for you?

Perhaps you're considering a PGCE, looking to build your classroom confidence or simply want a rewarding job where you can make a difference to young people.

PK Education are recruiting Graduate Cover Supervisors to work within secondary schools across Rotherham.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on classroom experience before committing to teacher training.

You Don't Need to Be a Qualified Teacher!

As a Cover Supervisor, you'll take responsibility for supervising secondary school classes when their usual teacher is absent.

The work will already be planned, so you won't be expected to create lessons from scratch. Instead, you'll explain activities, manage classroom behaviour and ensure students remain focused on their learning.

What Does the Role Involve?

Supervising students across KS3 and KS4

Delivering instructions for pre-planned classroom activities

Developing your confidence managing a classroom

Supporting students with their work

Building positive relationships with students and school staff

Gaining experience across different subjects and year groups

Following school behaviour and safeguarding policies

Who Would This Suit?

University graduates considering a PGCE

Psychology, Sociology, English, Maths and Science graduates

Sports Science and PE graduates

Aspiring secondary school teachers

Teaching Assistants looking to develop their careers

Individuals with experience coaching, mentoring or supporting young people

What We're Looking For:

A degree or relevant experience working with young people

Confidence communicating with secondary-aged students

A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Strong organisational and behaviour management skills

Reliability and flexibility

An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Why Choose PK Education?

Established education recruitment agency since 2005

Competitive daily rates

Flexible work around your commitments

Valuable experience before teacher training

Opportunities across Rotherham secondary schools

Support from a dedicated local consultant

Access to our PK Cover Supervisor Academy

Whether you're planning to apply for teacher training next year or simply want to explore a career in education, cover supervision can be a great first step