Trainee Teacher – Cover Supervisor Pathway - Leicester

Schools in Leicester’s Ellesmere area are known for their inclusive ethos, strong community values, and supportive staff teams. They provide a dynamic learning environment, with a diverse student population, making it the perfect place to develop the skills and experience you need to succeed as a teacher.

The role as a Cover Supervisor:

• Supervise classes across a variety of subjects in the absence of the teacher

• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials to maintain learning continuity

• Support students to stay on task and engaged in their studies

• Build confidence in classroom management and lesson delivery

Requirements to join Grad2Teach as a Trainee Teacher:

• A degree (or working towards final year of study)

• A minimum of GCSEs in English and Mathematics (and Science if training to teach Primary)

• A strong desire to inspire and support young people

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Why join Grad2Teach in Leicester (Ellesmere)?

• Begin your journey as a Cover Supervisor and progress to full teacher training

• Train to teach in supportive schools while gaining valuable paid experience

• Receive tailored training and ongoing mentoring throughout the programme

• Earn while you learn and work towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Develop key teaching skills including behaviour management, lesson planning, and pastoral care

This pathway is ideal for graduates who want to gain first-hand classroom experience before progressing to teacher training. By starting as a Cover Supervisor in Leicester, you’ll be fully prepared to begin your Grad2Teach training journey towards becoming a confident, qualified teacher.

Start your teaching career today! Apply now to join the Grad2Teach programme in Leicester (Ellesmere area) and take the first step towards becoming an outstanding teacher.