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Graduate Cover Cupervisor

Milk Education - The UK’s First Environmentally Friendly Education Recruitment Agency.
Posted 15 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear SR4 6ST, England

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • Milk Education is seeking graduates who are either graduating in 2025 or have recently completed their degree to become Graduate Cover Supervisors and Graduate Teaching Assistants.
  • These roles offer hands-on classroom experience and are designed for those considering future teacher training pathways like PGCE or School Direct.
  • Candidates should have a 2:2 degree or above and a genuine interest in education, with experience working with young people being desirable but not essential.
  • The positions provide competitive pay rates, free CPD training, and support from a dedicated team focused on personal development.
  • Applicants must be willing to complete CPD and provide two recent references, with opportunities available immediately and into the 2025/26 academic year.

Calling All Graduates – Kickstart Your Teaching Career with Milk Education!

Are you graduating in 2025 or have recently completed your degree and are thinking about a future in teaching — but not sure where to start?

Would you love to gain hands-on classroom experience before committing to a teacher training course?

Are you passionate about working with young people and making a real difference in their education and future?

If so, Milk Education has exciting opportunities available for you starting immediately and continuing into the 2025/26 academic year.

We’re working with a network of supportive schools across the North East who are looking for enthusiastic and committed Graduate Cover Supervisors and Graduate Teaching Assistants to join their teams. These roles are perfect stepping stones for those who are considering a PGCE, School Direct, or other teacher training pathways in the near future.

What You’ll Be Doing:
  • Supporting students through tailored 1:1 or small group intervention sessions.

  • Helping pupils meet academic targets and make measurable progress.

  • Assisting teachers in the classroom and working with individuals who need extra guidance.

  • Covering lessons in the absence of teachers – gaining valuable classroom management experience.

  • Offering both academic and pastoral support to help students thrive.

This experience will not only give you an insider’s view of school life, but it will also strengthen your future teacher training applications.

Why Choose Milk Education?

We’re more than just a supply agency — we’re a purpose-driven, eco-conscious organisation focused on creating positive change in education. Our goal? To be the most rewarding agency to work both with and for.

Here’s what we offer:
  • Competitive pay rates

  • Free, accredited CPD training courses

  • Wellbeing and mentoring support

  • Bespoke training tailored to your role

  • A supportive team who genuinely care about your development

Who We’re Looking For:
  • Graduates with a 2:2 degree or above

  • A genuine interest in education and working with young people

  • Experience with young people (e.g., tutoring, coaching, mentoring) is desirable but not essential

  • A strong desire to become a teacher in the future

  • Able to provide two recent references

  • Willingness to complete CPD as part of your development

Ready to Inspire the Next Generation?

Apply now via the link below or call our Newcastle office for a friendly chat and more information. Whether you're ready to start straight away or looking ahead to September 2025, we’d love to hear from you.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.