Graduate Cover Supervisor

Tradewind are recruiting! Are you a graduate looking for flexible work in south Manchester? Are you considering a career in teaching and looking to gain practical classroom experience?

We are currently recruiting for conscientious and confident graduates for temporary flexible roles in a sixth form college in central Manchester.

The Role

Cover supervisors for flexible day to day bookings and ongoing full-time supply roles.

The role will include:

Taking the lead in the absence of the teacher
Sole responsibility for teaching and learning
Delivering pre-planned lessons
Using provided resources to encourage learning
Managing the behaviour within the classroom
Developing independent study skills and peer learning
Pastoral and learning support
Managing handover back to the teacher
A degree in psychology, sociology, English, Biology, Chemistry or mathematics would be beneficial

The College

Successful oversubscribed college

Catholic college in the centre of Manchester close to Manchester's student village

Well-resourced departments with a focus on vocational skills for careers and excellent university and employer links

Most students go on to higher education and later careers in medicine, healthcare, science and teaching

Students are motivated and focused on their studies and actively demonstrate the college's catholic ethos of charity , reflection and pride in their work .

We welcome applications from graduates with experience of:

Working in schools or colleges

Sports coaching

Youth work

Drama Workshop / drama school/ theatre in education

Art workshop

Teaching children or leading children's clubs in community groups or places of worship

Outdoor activities instructor / Duke of Edinburgh/ orienteering with young people

The Benefits:

FREE Cover Supervisor Training

Competitive pay rates

No planning or marking responsibilities

No taking work home

Ideal for graduates who want a more flexible approach to their working life

Regular local work, work as much or as little as you like

Fits rounds other employment or study

Often leads to permanent employment or training placements to begin a PGCE or similar teaching qualification

To join us and be successful in this graduate cover supervisor role, you will need to:

a minimum of six week's experience in the last 3 years of working with groups of children or teenagers
A referee Tradewind can contact to take a detailed reference to account for this experience
Bachelor's degree or higher equivalent qualification
This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional references checks
Provide a CV with 10 years of employment/education history included and any employment breaks must be explained
Have the legal right to work in the UK

By registering with Tradewind, you will benefit from:

Top rates of pay through our attraction of the best education talent
More training and development than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 45 to be exact!
A generous referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a reward
Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
Help with lesson planning - our support doesn't stop once we've secured you a placement
A straightforward Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability
Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

To be considered for this college cover supervisor position, or to hear more about other roles for this academic year call the Manchester office on (phone number removed), or email (url removed)