Are you a recent graduate looking to work in the education sector? This could be the role for you! Whether you are looking to gain valuable classroom experience before starting teacher training, considering a career in education or are an experienced Cover Supervisor looking for your next opportunity, we can offer flexible placements to suit you.

About Us:

Milk Education is more than a supply partner – we’re a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support as you take the next step towards a career in teaching.

We’re currently recruiting Future Teachers to work as Cover Supervisors across secondary schools in Sheffield, with both day-to-day supply work and longer-term opportunities available.

With long-term roles and potential temp-to-perm opportunities available, this is a fantastic way to build your experience, develop your classroom confidence and get to know schools from the inside.

You’ll be working in supportive secondary school environments where you’ll play an important role in maintaining continuity of learning and helping pupils stay focused and engaged.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher and ensuring pupils remain focused on their learning
• Delivering pre-prepared lessons and following the school’s instructions and expectations
• Managing classroom behaviour confidently and consistently
• Supporting pupils with their learning and encouraging positive engagement
• Creating a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures
• Providing feedback to teaching staff where appropriate
• Working across different secondary schools and adapting quickly to new environments

Requirements or Skills:

• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in teaching or education
• Experience working with children or young people is desirable
• The confidence to manage a classroom and establish positive relationships with pupils
• Good communication and organisation skills
• The ability to follow lesson plans and school procedures
• A professional, reliable and flexible approach to work
• A degree or relevant qualification is desirable but not essential
• A driving license and access to a vehicle is preferred, but not essential
• A willingness to complete the required safeguarding and compliance checks

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities available
• Day-to-day supply work to give you flexibility around your existing commitments
• The opportunity to gain valuable secondary school classroom experience before teacher training
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths
• Speedy registration process and fast-track compliance
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement, including Safeguarding, SEND and Behaviour
• Access to further accredited training through Milk Academy
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and school guides, so you walk in ready on day one
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant throughout your placement
• The opportunity to build relationships with schools and potentially secure a permanent position

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

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Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website.

Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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