Graduate Cover Supervisor – Secondary – Wakefield
Wakefield | Full-time / Flexible | ️ ASAP | £90–£120/day (depending on experience)
Fancy getting classroom experience without the full teacher workload? This role’s a brilliant first step.
A welcoming secondary school in Wakefield is looking for confident, reliable graduates to join their team as Cover Supervisors. If you’ve got experience working with young people—whether through tutoring, coaching, youth work, or childcare—you could be just the person they need.
It’s the perfect role if you’re considering teaching in the future, want to build school-based experience, or simply enjoy helping young people succeed.
What’s on offer:
• A supportive SLT and staff team who’ll help you find your feet
• Full training and clear guidance on managing classrooms
• Flexibility—daily supply, short-term, or longer placements available
• A great chance to see if teaching is the career for you
What you’ll be doing:
• Supervising lessons across a range of subjects (no planning or marking needed)
• Keeping students on task and making sure learning stays on track
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Gaining hands-on classroom experience that looks great on your CV
You’ll need:
• A degree (any subject) or be working towards one
• Experience working with young people (in schools, clubs, or other settings)
• Confidence, adaptability, and a calm approach
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
Why work with Protocol?
• Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella faff
• FREE access to our CPD Academy and training library
• Local schools that match your style and availability
• A friendly consultant who’s on your side every step of the way
• £££ for referring a friend (yes, really!)
Ready to step into the classroom and see where it takes you? Apply today or drop us a line for a friendly chat.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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