Job Description

Are you a graduate considering a career in teaching or education? Secondary schools in Richmond upon Thames are working with Tradewind Recruitment to recruit enthusiastic and reliable Graduate Cover Supervisors from September and October 2026.

This role is ideal for graduates looking to gain hands-on classroom experience before starting teacher training or pursuing a long-term career in education. You will supervise classes across a range of subjects, deliver pre-planned lessons, and help maintain a focused and positive learning environment.

Your Role Will Include:

Supervising whole classes during teacher absences

Delivering pre-set lesson materials across KS3 and KS4

Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies

Supporting students with their learning and engagement

Providing feedback to teaching staff at the end of lessonsWe're Looking For Graduates Who:

Hold a degree in any subject

Are confident, professional, and enthusiastic

Have strong communication and organisational skills

Are reliable, adaptable, and keen to learn

Have experience working with young people (desirable but not essential)

Have an up-to-date DBS (or are willing to apply)Why choose Tradewind?

Dedicated support from a former Secondary Teacher and experienced education consultant

FREE access to over 2,500 CPD courses via The National College

Valuable classroom experience to support PGCE / School Direct / teacher training applications

Competitive daily rates and flexible working options

Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent roles

If you're an experienced Cover Supervisor or are looking to gain further classroom experience in secondary schools, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to register with Tradewind Recruitment and take the next step in your education career.

For more information about the role, please contact Raj Joshi on (phone number removed) (Option 3) or email