Step into the classroom and gain valuable experience leading lessons across a range of secondary subjects in a supportive school environment. A well-regarded secondary school in South Tyneside is seeking a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with strong youth experience who are looking to build classroom experience and develop a career in education. About the Role As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher. Lessons will be pre-prepared, and your role will be to ensure students remain on task, engaged, and working in a positive learning environment. This is a highly rewarding role that offers excellent experience for anyone considering a future career in teaching. Key Responsibilities Supervising whole classes during teacher absence Delivering pre-set work and ensuring students remain on task Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies Supporting students with their learning where appropriate Providing feedback to teaching staff on lesson outcomes Promoting a positive and focused classroom environment The Ideal Candidates We are looking for someone who is confident, resilient, and able to engage effectively with secondary-aged students. You may be suitable if you have: Experience working with young people in any setting (education, coaching, youth work, care, etc.) Strong communication and classroom presence A calm and consistent approach to behaviour management An interest in pursuing a career in education or teaching A degree or relevant qualification (desirable but not essential) School Environment This South Tyneside secondary school offers a supportive leadership team, clear behaviour systems, and a welcoming staff culture. You will be well supported in developing your confidence and classroom management skills. Why Work With Protocol Education? Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement Opportunities across a wide range of local schools Access to long-term and permanent roles As part of the Supporting Education Group, we work closely with schools to provide high-quality staffing solutions and meaningful career opportunities. Training and Development Free CPD is available to help you succeed, including: Behaviour management strategies Classroom leadership skills Safeguarding and child protection Pathways into teacher training If you are confident, motivated, and ready to take on a classroom-based role, apply today to become a Cover Supervisor in South Tyneside. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.