Trainee Teacher: Cover Supervisor Role

Grad2Teach Ltd; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education and training organization in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a committed Phase One Trainee Teacher for a Cover Supervisor role. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring teachers or graduate trainees to begin a salaried teacher training program. You will lead classes, support learners, and gain classroom confidence while training with Grad2Teach, culminating in an NCFE Level 4 qualification. The position offers structured professional development and substantial support as you work towards becoming a fully qualified teacher.

Qualifications

• Confident in leading a classroom and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Show professionalism, reliability, and a strong desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Lead classes across a range of subjects, delivering pre-planned lessons.
• Support learners and gain essential classroom confidence.
• Complete NCFE Level 4 qualification during Phase One.

Job description

A supportive secondary school in the Ixworth/Ipswich area of Suffolk (IP31) is seeking a committed Phase One Trainee Teacher to join their team through a Cover Supervisor role. This is a perfect opportunity for an aspiring teacher or graduate trainee ready to begin a salaried teacher training programme with Grad2Teach.

In this role, you will lead classes across a range of subjects, delivering pre-planned lessons, supporting learners, and gaining the essential classroom confidence required for future independent teaching. While working full-time within the school, you will train with Grad2Teach, completing your NCFE Level 4 qualification during Phase One and building the foundations needed to progress into Phase Two (PGCE with QTS).

This role offers the ideal blend of classroom responsibility and structured, well-supported professional development. Your training sits outside of contact time to ensure maximum in-school impact, in line with Grad2Teach’s programme structure.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic graduate trainee, future teacher, or career changer who is passionate about education and ready to take their first steps into the teaching profession. You will:

Be confident in leading a classroom and maintaining a positive learning environment

Show professionalism, reliability, and a strong desire to learn

Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Be committed to completing your salaried teacher training pathway

Have a genuine passion for supporting young people and helping them achieve their best

Whether you already have school experience or are new to education, this role will provide the training, structure, and support you need to thrive.

Training & Progression with Grad2Teach

As a Grad2Teach trainee, you will receive:

Completion of an NCFE-accredited Level 4 customised qualification

Blended learning aligned with the Core Content Framework (CCF) and Teaching Standards

Regular observations, study groups, coaching opportunities, and reflective learning

A personalised development plan designed to prepare you for Phase Two

Phase Two – Initial Teacher Training (PGCE/QTS)

Once school-ready, you will progress into Phase Two where you will:

Begin independent teaching (up to 18 hours per week)

Complete a PGCE with QTS through Coventry University

Develop a full teaching timetable, supported by mentors, university tutors, and Grad2Teach coordinators

Work towards becoming a fully qualified teacher

This structured, salaried route ensures you train, earn, and grow within the same school environment—maximising confidence, competence, and long-term success.

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