Connex - North East
Science Graduate roles in education
Middlesbrough
Up to £500 per week – salary dependent on experience
Monday to Friday
January start
About the role
Connex Education are seeking passionate science graduates who are looking to work in education, perhaps you are an aspiring teacher and want to see what the job is like, or perhaps you are looking for work till you find your dream graduate role. The role will involve mananging science classes in the absence of a teacher in secondary schools under the role of a cover supervisor, the work is in Middlesbrough and surrouding areas. With the flexibility to work 3-5 days a week you can pick which days you want to work. You must have a degree in either Chemistry, Biology or Physics .
About the school
Working in a large secondary school in Middlesbrough with a fantastic department with supportive colleagues .
Assignment Details
Cover Supervisor, your primary responsibility will be to manage classrooms and ensure continuity of learning in the absence of regular teachers. Key duties include:
- Supervising and managing classes
- Implementing lesson plans left by absent teachers
- Maintaining a positive and productive learning environment
- Managing student behavior and promoting engagement
- Providing feedback on student progress and any issues that arise
- Assisting with administrative tasks related to cover lessons
Benefits of working with Connex Education:
- Competitive pay rates up to £500 per week
- Full training provided to support you in the role
- Weekly PAYE payments
- Free access to our Classroom Management Toolkit for skill development
- Wellbeing programme and ongoing professional development opportunities
- Potential pathway into qualified teaching
- A dedicated Education Consultant to support your career goals
Person Specification:
- Bachelor’s degree in science required
- Strong interest in education and working with young people
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage classroom behavior effectively
- Confidence in public speaking and engaging with groups
- Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for a new one
- No formal teaching qualification required – full training provided
Protected characteristics statement All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.
