Graduate Teaching Opportunities

Graduate Teacher (Cover Supervisor Pathway) – South Yorkshire

Location: South Yorkshire (Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster)
Start Date: ASAP / Summer Term 2026
Contract: Flexible / Full-time / Part-time
Pay: £100–£120 per day

Just finished uni and not sure what’s next? If you’ve ever thought about teaching or just want a role that’s a bit more meaningful than the typical graduate job, this could be exactly what you’re looking for.

PK Education are working with secondary schools across South Yorkshire who are offering graduates the chance to step into the classroom as Graduate Teachers (Cover Supervisors). It’s one of the fastest ways to gain real, hands-on experience in schools without needing a teaching qualification straight away.

What makes this different?

This isn’t sitting behind a desk or doing admin, you’ll be leading a classroom. From day one, you’ll be trusted to manage lessons, engage students, and keep learning on track using pre-set work left by teachers. No planning. No marking. Just real classroom experience. Some days will be easy, some will challenge you, but that’s where you build confidence, resilience, and skills that actually matter.

What you’ll gain

First-hand experience in secondary schools
Confidence speaking in front of groups
Real classroom management skills
A clear pathway into teaching (PGCE, Schools Direct, etc.)
Transferable skills that stand out on any CV

Who this suits

Graduates considering teaching
Those thinking about careers in education, psychology, youth work or coaching
Confident individuals who can think on their feet
Anyone wanting flexible, rewarding work after university

You don’t need school experience, just the right attitude, presence, and willingness to get involved.

The role

You’ll deliver pre-planned lessons across different subjects, manage behaviour, and keep students engaged throughout the school day. You’ll work in a variety of schools across South Yorkshire, giving you a broad range of experience.

Why PK Education?

Flexible working, choose the days you want
Opportunities for full-time, long-term roles
Weekly pay via PAYE
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Access to schools that can support future teacher training

If you’re a graduate looking for something more than just a job and want to test the waters in teaching, this is a great place to start.

Apply now or get in touch with PK Education to kick-start your journey into the classroom.