Graduate Roles in Education New

Cover Supervisor / Teaching Assistant - County Durham Secondary Schools ASAP start, competitive daily rates, ideal for graduates.

Teaching Personnel is recruiting graduates looking to take their first steps into education, with opportunities available across secondary schools in County Durham. Whether you're considering a career in teaching, educational support, or SEND, roles as a Cover Supervisor or Teaching Assistant offer an excellent starting point - giving you genuine classroom experience across a range of schools and settings.

Work is available immediately, with both day-to-day and longer-term placements on offer depending on your availability and the needs of individual schools. County Durham schools are actively looking for motivated, degree-educated individuals who can bring fresh energy to the classroom and support students across KS3 and KS4.

What you'll be doing:

• Supervising classes and delivering pre-set work across a range of subjects (Cover Supervisor)
• Supporting students in the classroom on a 1:1 or small group basis (Teaching Assistant)
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Assisting teachers with lesson delivery and student engagement
• Building familiarity with a variety of schools and students across the region

You'll need:

• A degree in any discipline
• Enthusiasm for working with young people and supporting their progress
• Confidence and adaptability in a classroom environment
• Strong communication skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

What Teaching Personnel offers:

• Competitive daily rates
• Weekly pay via PAYE
• Flexible working to fit around other commitments
• Free CPD and training to support your development
• Dedicated consultant support
• A genuine pathway into teaching or a permanent support role

Contract: Flexible | Start: ASAP | Location: County Durham secondary schools

Send your CV or call 0191 223 5071.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for 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 r