Trainee Teacher (Cover Supervisor Role)

Town/City:Hertfordshire
Salary/Rate:£18,000 - £22,000
County:Hertfordshire
Course:Phase 1
School Type:Secondary
Subject:PSHE
Job ref:COV_HERT_ALY
Post Date:15. 08. 2025
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Partnerships Co-ordinator

Ally Burrell
Ally Burrell
Senior Partnerships Coordinator

About the Role

A vibrant secondary school in Hertfordshire is seeking a confident, organised, and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their team while beginning a structured training pathway towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE through Grad2Teach.

This role offers the perfect combination of hands-on classroom experience and structured training, making it ideal for graduates looking to take the first step towards a teaching career. You will work alongside experienced educators, supervise classes in the absence of the teacher, and develop the skills needed to become an inspiring teacher.

Hertfordshire is well connected to London and Cambridge, while offering a high quality of life with charming towns, green countryside, and excellent local amenities.

The Role:

  • Supervise whole classes during teacher absence

  • Deliver pre-prepared lessons, ensuring pupils remain on task

  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies

  • Support student learning across a range of subjects

  • Begin your journey towards QTS and PGCE through Grad2Teach’s school-based route

Requirements:

  • An undergraduate degree (essential)

  • GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics

  • Confidence in leading a classroom and engaging young people

  • Strong organisational and communication skills

  • Commitment to completing the Grad2Teach programme leading to QTS and PGCE

What’s Offered:

  • A clear route to gaining QTS and PGCE with Grad2Teach

  • Daily classroom experience in a supportive, forward-thinking school

  • Mentoring and professional development from experienced teachers

  • The opportunity to inspire and support students while training to teach

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate ready to embark on a teaching career, combining the role of a Cover Supervisor with the structured training and support needed to achieve QTS and PGCE through Grad2Teach.

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