Graduate Cover Supervisor

 

Description:

Milk Education is seeking confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work across secondary and SEND schools in the Sunderland and Surrounding areas. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates or aspiring educators to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting pupils in a structured, positive learning environment.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will deliver pre-planned lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and provide support to students to ensure a positive and productive learning environment. This role offers valuable experience for graduates considering future careers in teaching or education support roles.

You will also have the opportunity to work across a range of subjects, gaining broad classroom experience and developing essential behaviour management and communication skills.

We are looking for confident, adaptable individuals who have graduated in any subject area, including:

  • Maths
  • English
  • Science
  • Humanities
  • Languages
  • Art and Design
  • Psychology or Social Sciences
  • Sport and Physical Activity

Graduates from all subject areas are welcome to apply.

📍 Location

Sunderland and Surrounding Area's

🕒 Hours

8:30am – 3:00pm, Monday to Friday

(Flexible part-time and full-time work available)

 

💡 Requirements

 

  • A university degree (2:2 or above)
  • Previous experience working with young people is beneficial but not essential
  • Confidence in managing classroom behaviour and leading a class independently
  • Ability to provide a minimum of two references from within the past two years
  • Willingness to undertake CPD training as required by Milk Education and your placement school

 

🎯 Key Responsibilities

 

  • Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher
  • Maintain a positive, structured learning environment
  • Ensure pupils remain engaged, focused and on task
  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
  • Support students with their learning where required
  • Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons
  • Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure continuity of learning

 

🌈 Why Join Milk Education?

 

Milk Education is an eco-friendly, purpose-driven supply agency committed to making a genuine difference in education. We pride ourselves on being a supportive, rewarding agency to work with and for.

 

Benefits to You

 

  • Excellent rates of pay
  • Flexible working options
  • Free CPD-accredited education courses
  • Wellbeing support
  • 24/7 access to your dedicated consultant
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities through our Milk Academy

Organization Milk Education
Industry Supervisor / Foreman Jobs
Occupational Category Graduate Cover Supervisor
Job Location Sunderland,UK
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2026-02-25 4:56 pm
Expires on 2026-04-11