Graduate Cover Supervisor – Braintree

Graduate Cover Supervisor – Braintree

Full Time | Excellent Route into Teacher Training | Secondary Education

Gold Education Recruitment is currently working with welcoming and supportive secondary schools across Braintree and the surrounding areas, seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Cover Supervisor to join their team on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with experience working with children or young people who is considering a future career in education. The role offers valuable classroom experience and, for the right candidate, a strong potential route into teacher training.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supervising classes across a range of subjects using pre-prepared lesson materials
• Ensuring students remain engaged, focused and on task
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Creating a positive and productive learning environment
• Supporting students with their learning and development
• Building positive relationships with students and school staff
• Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons
• Supporting pupils across different year groups where required
• Gaining valuable first-hand experience within a secondary school environment

What We're Looking For

• A degree in any subject
• Experience working with children or young people
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence working with groups of young people
• A positive, professional and adaptable attitude
• The ability to think on your feet and adapt to different situations
• Previous experience in schools, coaching, tutoring, youth work or mentoring would be highly advantageous

A Strong Route into Teacher Training

This role is ideal for graduates who are considering a career in teaching but would like to gain valuable classroom experience first.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to develop skills in:

• Classroom management
• Behaviour management
• Working with young people
• Building confidence in front of a class
• Understanding school environments and teaching practice

For the right candidate, there may be opportunities to progress towards teacher training and longer-term teaching roles.

Why Choose Gold Education Recruitment?

As part of this role, you'll receive:

• A full-time opportunity in Braintree
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• Valuable classroom experience within secondary education
• Competitive daily pay rates inclusive of holiday pay
• Weekly pay via PAYE
• A straightforward registration and onboarding process
• Ongoing support and guidance throughout your placement
• Potential progression into teacher training or longer-term education roles

How to Apply

📩 Email your CV 📞 For more information

🗓 Interviews arranged at your convenience

Start Your Career in Education

This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate with experience working with children to gain valuable classroom experience while taking the first steps towards a rewarding career in education.

If you're considering teacher training and want to build your confidence and experience in a school first, we'd love to hear from you