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Graduate Cover Supervisor!

  • Posted: 18-07-2025
  • Category: Cover Supervisors
  • Location: Manchester
  • Type: Full-time / Permanent
  • Salary: £90 - £120 per day
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for making a difference in young people’s lives?
Ever wondered what it feels like to truly inspire the next generation in the classroom?
This is your chance!

Smile Education is working in partnership with a high-achieving secondary school in the M35 postcode area, currently seeking a Humanities/STEM Cover Supervisor. If you're considering a future in teaching or simply want to gain meaningful classroom experience, this role could be your perfect starting point.


 Role Overview:
  • Position: Humanities/RE Cover Supervisor
  • Location: Failsworth (M35)
  • Start Date: September 2025
  • Pay: £90 – £120 per day (based on experience)
  • Age Group: Key Stage 3 & 4
  • Contract: Full-Time

What You’ll Do:
  • Lead and supervise pre-planned Humanities and RE lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
  • Create a calm and engaging classroom environment, supporting positive behaviour and learning outcomes.
  • Work with students on a 1:1 and small group basis to boost their confidence and academic progress.
  • Collaborate with a passionate teaching team committed to student development.

Who We’re Looking For:
  • A recent graduate or someone with a relevant degree or PGCE (QTS welcome but not required).
  • A positive role model with a genuine interest in education.
  • Experience working with young people – tutoring, mentoring or classroom-based experience is a plus.
  • Confident classroom presence and strong communication skills.
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply through Smile Education).

Why This School?
Based in Failsworth (M35), this secondary school has a warm and inclusive ethos.

Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted (July 2023)
“Leaders have thought carefully about how to foster pupils’ personal development.”

Excellent academic results and a strong track record of supporting new staff and aspiring educators. A welcoming staff culture focused on both academic excellence and student wellbeing.


Why Smile Education?
  • Competitive pay with a clear and fair structure.
  • A personal consultant dedicated to your success and progression.
  • Access to CPD and training to support your professional development.
  • Opportunities to move into longer-term or permanent teaching roles.

Interested?
Apply now or get in touch with sarah@smile-education.co.uk to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Please note: Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. All offers are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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