STEM Graduate Cover Supervisors

The Role

Vision for Education is seeking enthusiastic STEM Graduates to work as Cover Supervisors across a variety of secondary schools in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates with a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or a related subject who are considering a career in teaching or education.

As a STEM Graduate Cover Supervisor, you will supervise secondary school classes in the absence of their usual teacher, deliver pre-set lessons and support students with their learning. You will have the opportunity to use your subject knowledge to inspire students and encourage their interest in STEM subjects.

The role is particularly well suited to graduates considering a future career in teaching, including those who may be interested in gaining classroom experience before completing teacher training.

The Schools

Vision for Education works with a wide range of secondary schools across Birmingham, including academies, maintained schools and multi-academy trusts.

Our partner schools are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and confident graduates who can build positive relationships with students, manage classroom behaviour and create a productive learning environment.

Requirements

The successful STEM Graduate Cover Supervisor will have:

• A degree in a STEM-related subject, such as Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Technology, Computing or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in working with young people and supporting their education.
• Confidence communicating with and managing secondary-aged students.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to follow pre-set lesson plans and school procedures.
• A flexible, reliable and professional approach.
• A willingness to support students across a range of abilities.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

No previous teaching experience is required, although experience working with young people, tutoring, mentoring, coaching or within an educational environment would be advantageous.

Why This Role Is Ideal for STEM Graduates

This position provides an excellent opportunity to:

• Gain valuable secondary classroom experience.
• Develop your behaviour management and communication skills.
• Use your STEM degree to inspire the next generation.
• Experience different secondary school environments.
• Build your confidence working with young people.
• Explore whether a career in teaching is right for you.
• Gain experience that can support future teacher training applications.

What Vision for Education Offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid through PAYE.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme, subject to availability and qualifying criteria.
• Pension contributions.
• Free access to CPD through our in-house Training Academy.
• Dedicated support from a specialist Secondary Education Consultant.
• Flexible working to suit your availability.
• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities.
• Opportunities to work across a wide range of Birmingham secondary schools.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

About Us

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency, committed to supporting schools and education professionals across the UK.

We are passionate about helping graduates gain valuable experience in education and supporting those who are considering teaching as a future career.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.