Graduate Cover Supervisor in Hebburn

Are you a team leader, manager, or confident professional looking to take your first step into education? Have you considered teaching or working in schools but want to gain hands-on experience before committing to a PGCE or long-term career change?

Vision for Education is working in partnership with a supportive secondary school to recruit Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools on a supply basis, with opportunities for daily cover and longer fixed-term assignments. This role is an excellent entry point into education and is ideal for individuals who enjoy leading, motivating others, and working with young people.

The School

• You will be working within a welcoming and well-organised secondary school that places a strong emphasis on staff support, behaviour consistency, and safeguarding.
• Schools offer:
• Clear behaviour and safeguarding systems
• Supportive senior leadership teams
• Structured lesson plans provided in advance
• Staff who value collaboration and communication
• A positive environment where Cover Supervisors feel part of the team

These schools are experienced in supporting Cover Supervisors and understand the importance of guidance, consistency, and clear expectations.

The Role

• As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
• Supervise classes of around 30 students in the absence of the class teacher
• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of secondary subjects
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment
• Take accurate registers and ensure safeguarding procedures are followed
• Provide clear handover notes for the returning teacher

You are not expected to be a subject specialist — your role is to confidently lead the classroom and ensure learning continues.

Training and Support

If you are new to working in schools, you will be supported through Vision for Education’s Cover Supervisor Training Programme, designed to build confidence in:

• Classroom management
• Behaviour strategies
• Safeguarding and professional expectations
• Effective communication in schools

This makes the role ideal for those exploring teacher training, a PGCE, or a long-term career in education.

Requirements

• The ideal Cover Supervisor will have:
• A degree or equivalent qualification
• Confidence, leadership skills, and the ability to engage young people
• A willingness to learn and adapt in a school environment
• A genuine interest in education and supporting student progress
• Eligibility to work in the UK and a DBS (or willingness to apply)

What Vision for Education Offers

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)
• Pension contributions
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Social and networking events
• A dedicated secondary education consultant to support you throughout your journey

Vision for Education is a market-leading education supply agency, supporting secondary schools and education professionals nationwide. We are proud to be part of The Edwin Group, recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, rated Excellent for staff engagement, support, and workplace culture.

Vision for Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

How to Apply

If you are interested in getting into education, working in secondary schools, or exploring a future in teaching, we would love to hear from you. Apply today via this website with an up-to-date CV, or for an informal conversation about the Cover Supervisor role, contact our Newcastle Secondary office.