Graduate Education Roles

Kickstart Your Career in Education - Graduate Opportunities Available

Location: Liverpool and surrounding areas
Roles: Cover Supervisors | Teaching Assistants | Future Teachers (SKiP Programme)
Salary: Competitive daily rates with clear progression opportunities

Are you a recent graduate looking to make a real difference? Are you considering a career in teaching or education?

We are recruiting on behalf of highly regarded secondary schools and specialist provisions across Liverpool, including schools within established multi-academy trusts. These opportunities provide an excellent pathway into education, offering hands-on classroom experience, professional development, and clear routes into teacher training.

Whether you're exploring education for the first time or already have experience working with young people, these roles offer the perfect foundation to build a rewarding career.

Available Roles

Cover Supervisors

As a Cover Supervisor, you will take the lead in the classroom, delivering pre-prepared lessons in the absence of the class teacher.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising lessons across a range of subjects using pre-set materials
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Keeping students engaged, focused, and on task
• Providing clear feedback to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour
• Supporting the wider school community and maintaining a positive learning environment

This role provides valuable experience in classroom management and is ideal for graduates considering teaching.

Teaching Assistants (SEN, SEMH & Alternative Provision)

You will work in specialist settings supporting students with additional needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), SEN, ASD, ADHD, and behavioural challenges.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs
• Supporting students with additional learning or behavioural needs
• Assisting teachers in delivering engaging and accessible lessons
• Implementing behaviour support strategies and individual learning plans
• Helping students build confidence, independence, and emotional regulation
• Monitoring progress and feeding back to staff
• Creating a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment

These roles are highly rewarding and ideal for graduates interested in psychology, education, or youth support careers.

Future Teachers - SKiP Programme (School-Based Teacher Training)

This structured pathway is designed for graduates who want to become qualified teachers.

Year 1 - Cover Supervisor:

• Deliver lessons and gain classroom experience
• Support departments with interventions and school activities
• Build confidence in behaviour management and lesson delivery
• Receive mentoring and ongoing professional development

Year 2 - Teacher Training (SKiP):

• Train in your chosen subject area
• Teach a reduced timetable while developing your skills
• Receive mentoring, observations, and structured feedback
• Work towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and potentially a PGCE

This is a fully supported, school-based route into teaching with no tuition costs.

Who We're Looking For

We welcome applications from:

• Recent graduates (all degree subjects considered)
• Aspiring teachers and PGCE applicants
• Early Career Teachers (ECTs) seeking additional experience
• Individuals with experience in youth work, coaching, tutoring, or mentoring

Key requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence working with young people
• A proactive, positive, and resilient attitude
• Experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

What We Offer

• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Long-term and full-time opportunities across Liverpool and the Wirral
• Competitive da