Graduate Cover Supervisor – Rotherham | Aspiring Teachers Welcome! Location: Rotherham Start Date: ASAP / November 2026 Contract: Flexible Supply – Full-time or Part-time Salary: Competitive Daily Rates Thinking About Becoming a Teacher? Start in the Classroom! Have you recently graduated and wondered whether teaching could be the career for you? Perhaps you're considering a PGCE, looking to build your classroom confidence or simply want a rewarding job where you can make a difference to young people. PK Education are recruiting Graduate Cover Supervisors to work within secondary schools across Rotherham. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on classroom experience before committing to teacher training. You Don't Need to Be a Qualified Teacher! As a Cover Supervisor, you'll take responsibility for supervising secondary school classes when their usual teacher is absent. The work will already be planned, so you won't be expected to create lessons from scratch. Instead, you'll explain activities, manage classroom behaviour and ensure students remain focused on their learning. What Does the Role Involve? Supervising students across KS3 and KS4 Delivering instructions for pre-planned classroom activities Developing your confidence managing a classroom Supporting students with their work Building positive relationships with students and school staff Gaining experience across different subjects and year groups Following school behaviour and safeguarding policies Who Would This Suit? University graduates considering a PGCE Psychology, Sociology, English, Maths and Science graduates Sports Science and PE graduates Aspiring secondary school teachers Teaching Assistants looking to develop their careers Individuals with experience coaching, mentoring or supporting young people What We're Looking For: A degree or relevant experience working with young people Confidence communicating with secondary-aged students A positive attitude and willingness to learn Strong organisational and behaviour management skills Reliability and flexibility An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one Why Choose PK Education? Established education recruitment agency since 2005 Competitive daily rates Flexible work around your commitments Valuable experience before teacher training Opportunities across Rotherham secondary schools Support from a dedicated local consultant Access to our PK Cover Supervisor Academy Whether you're planning to apply for teacher training next year or simply want to explore a career in education, cover supervision can be a great first step