Graduate LSA/Cover Supervisor

Graduate Learning Support Assistant / Cover Supervisor About the Role Are you a recent graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, or youth work? A vibrant and inclusive secondary school in Brent is seeking a confident and enthusiastic Graduate LSA / Cover Supervisor to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop classroom experience, work closely with students, and contribute to a positive learning environment. The successful candidate will split their time between supporting students in lessons and covering classes during teacher absences, making this an ideal stepping stone into education. Key Responsibilities Deliver pre-planned lessons and supervise classes in the absence of teaching staff. Support students across a range of subjects and year groups. Provide one-to-one and small-group support for students who require additional assistance. Help maintain positive behaviour and engagement within the classroom. Assist teachers with preparing learning resources and classroom activities. Support students with SEND, EAL, and varying learning needs. Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff. Promote a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. Ideal Candidate Degree educated in any subject. Passion for working with young people and supporting education. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Confident managing groups of students. Able to build positive relationships with staff and pupils. Previous tutoring, mentoring, coaching, youth work, or school experience is desirable but not essential. Considering a future career in teaching or education. What the School Offers Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience. Supportive leadership team and experienced teaching staff. Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development. Opportunity to progress into teacher training programmes. Friendly and welcoming school community. Modern facilities and strong behaviour systems. Key Skills Classroom Management Behaviour Support Communication Skills Relationship Building Organisation & Time Management Adaptability Teamwork Problem Solving This role would be ideal for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, youth workers, counsellors, or graduates looking to build a career within education. Apply today by sending your CV for immediate consideration. Provide your feedback on BizChat All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. 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. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website