Unqualified Supply Teacher / Cover Supervisor - Darlington

Are you confident, adaptable, and able to take charge of a classroom?

Protocol Education is working in partnership with a number of welcoming and well-regarded secondary schools across Darlington to recruit enthusiastic Unqualified Supply Teachers and Cover Supervisors.

Whether you're exploring a future career in education, looking for flexible work around your current commitments, or keen to gain valuable classroom experience, this role offers an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door of local schools with both full-time and part-time opportunities available.

No teaching qualifications or previous school experience are required, as full training and ongoing support are provided free of charge. A driving licence can be beneficial, but it's not essential.

We're looking for individuals who are confident, personable, resilient, and capable of building positive relationships with young people.

What Will You Be Doing?

As an Unqualified Supply Teacher / Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise classes across KS3 and KS4 in the absence of the class teacher
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials provided by teaching staff
• Maintain a positive, focused, and productive learning environment
• Ensure students remain engaged and complete the work set
• Follow school behaviour policies and classroom procedures
• Build professional relationships with students and colleagues

You won't be expected to plan lessons or teach new content. Your role is to provide classroom supervision, maintain high standards of behaviour, and support continuity of learning.

Flexible Working Opportunities

• Work between 2 and 5 days per week
• Full-time opportunities available across Darlington schools
• Short-term, long-term, temporary-to-permanent, and permanent roles available
• Most work is pre-booked, with occasional same-day assignments
• Placements matched to your preferred locations whenever possible

Who Is This Role Perfect For?

This opportunity is ideal for people with transferable skills from backgrounds such as:

• Customer service and hospitality
• Sports coaching and fitness instruction
• Youth work and mentoring
• Tutoring and learning support
• Drama, performing arts, and public speaking
• Care, support work, and SEND settings
• University students and graduates considering teaching careers

If you're confident working with young people and enjoy working in a fast-paced, rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Free Training & Development

At Protocol Education, we invest in your success through a comprehensive CPD programme, including:

• Thrive Approach - Understanding behaviour and supporting emotional wellbeing
• Team Teach - Behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
• Trauma-Informed Practice - Supporting pupils through understanding and empathy
• Cover Supervisor Training - Practical strategies for classroom management and lesson delivery

Why Work Through Protocol Education?

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE
• No umbrella companies or hidden deductions
• Free CPD training in behaviour management, SEND, safeguarding, and classroom practice
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
• Access to a wide network of secondary schools across Darlington
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent school positions
• £50 Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme

Many of our Cover Supervisors go on to secure permanent school-based roles or progress into teacher training programmes, making this an excellent first step into a rewarding career in education.

Start Dates Available Throughout September

If you're ready to gain valuable classroom experience and make a positive impact in secondary schools across Darlington, apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education.