Cover Supervisors / General Cover Teachers – Sunderland, Gateshead & South Tyneside
Step confidently into the classroom and make a real impact across the North East.
Are you adaptable, positive, and ready for a role where every day is different? We’re looking for enthusiastic Cover Supervisors and General Cover Teachers to support a range of secondary schools across Sunderland, Gateshead, and South Tyneside. Whether you’re a graduate exploring a future in teaching or someone with a strong can-do attitude, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in education.
What does a Cover Supervisor do?
Supervise whole classes in the teacher’s absence, ensuring lessons run smoothly
Deliver pre-prepared work and keep pupils focused and engaged
Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
Provide support and guidance to help pupils stay on track
Be a positive role model, creating a calm and productive learning environment
Why you’ll love this role:
A role full of variety – every day brings new experiences
Gain valuable classroom experience, ideal for aspiring teachers
Flexible supply work that fits around your lifestyle
Competitive daily rates
Be part of an organisation that gives back through community initiatives such as the Make Life Kind Foundation
What we’re looking for:
A degree (any subject) or strong, proven experience working with young people
A confident “can-do” attitude and professional presence
Excellent communication and organisational skills
The ability to adapt quickly to different classroom settings
Experience in education, youth work, coaching, or tutoring is helpful – but not essential
Benefits to YOU:
Excellent rates of pay
Fast-track registration & compliance
Flexible working days and hours to suit your schedule
5-Star rated agency with 3000+ reviews across Google & Facebook
Access to our FREE Perks Portal – exclusive discounts (our version of the Blue Light Card!)
Follow your Progress Pathway with 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy
FREE PSHE lesson plans and teaching resources
FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook + access to our wellbeing hub
School Preparation Pack to help you feel confident before your placements
24/7 support from your dedicated personal consultant
Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency
If you’ve got the confidence, drive, and passion to support and inspire young people across Sunderland, Gateshead, and South Tyneside, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today – you could be leading classrooms as soon as tomorrow