Job Description

Secondary Teacher – Chesterfield

Jan 2025

Long-Term, full-time contract  

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of education?

Have you recently graduated from University with a Science Degree and are considering teaching as a vocation?

You must have UK teaching experience and have worked within a UK school during the last academic year, ideally also have QTS.

“We're on a quest to find a passionate and dedicated Science Graduate who wants to join the world of teaching and support students through the wonderful realm of learning.”

Smile Education South Yorkshire are working with one of the highest performing academies across Sheffield. This trust is relentless on their focus to ensure all their student achieve the highest level of education.

They promote a can-do, independent culture with an emphasis on ensuring their students are set up for future success by the time they leave this school. They value diversity and cultivate mutual respect, integrity, and honesty – Does this sound like something you would want to be part of? How could it not!

The Role - you are supporting with general cover as a Graduate Cover Supervisor; You are responsible for carrying out pre-prepared and pre-planned exercises. This is a very easy introduction to class teaching.

Cover Supervisor - This involves supervising pupils and ensuring they are engaged in the classwork. You will help pupils to become more independent in their learning and encouraging pupils to interact.

The Opportunity- It is an excellent opportunity for anyone who does not hold a teaching qualification but would welcome the opportunity to work in a classroom.The is no planning involved, minimum preparation and there is always an allocated cover manager on site to help assist with any queries.

What are the requirements of a Cover Supervisor?

Supervise pupils out of lesson times, including break-times, before and after school (including corrections), and during school trips

Prepare the learning environment before lessons including the distribution of learning materials etc, undertaking administrative support.

Ensure that the classroom is left in good order at the end of a lesson.

Manage the behaviour of pupils during the lesson according to the school’s behaviour management policy, and to ensure a constructive learning environment.

Report back as appropriate on the behaviour of pupils during the lesson and any other issues that may arise. In accordance with school policies, deal with any immediate problems or emergencies

What We Offer at Smile Education:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Training and support along the way

Free Safeguarding training is also provided.

An inspiring, innovative, and inclusive educational community

Opportunities for professional growth and development

The chance to be part of our mission to shape future leaders.

Join our quest for knowledge and become an essential part of our school's success. If you're excited to empower students, spark their curiosity, and make a real difference in their lives, we want to hear from you!

To embark on this educational adventure with us, please submit your most up to date CV or email this over to (url removed) for more information please call: (phone number removed)

Apply now and help us create a thriving and inspiring learning environment for students. Your dedication and enthusiasm are the key to our success! 

Please be aware we do not offer sponsorships, valid RTW documents are required, including visa and a share code.

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be required to undergo compliance checks, including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS, and Qualifications checks.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications