Humanities Cover Supervisor
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Humanities Cover Supervisor

Employer: PK Education Location: Doncaster Salary: £100.00 - £120/day
Posted on
29 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Employment Type
Permanent
Closing Date
28 November 2026
Job Reference
225776945

About this role

PK Education is recruiting Humanities Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools in Doncaster from January 2027 on a day-to-day or flexible supply basis, full-time or part-time, with daily rates of £100.00 to £120.00. The role involves supervising pre-planned Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4, supporting students with History, Geography and RE activities, explaining lesson instructions, managing classroom behaviour and maintaining school expectations, and providing feedback to teaching staff. Applicants should be confident managing a classroom; Humanities graduates, aspiring teachers and experienced education professionals are particularly sought. Qualified Teacher Status is not required.

Job Description

Humanities Cover Supervisor - Doncaster

Location: Doncaster
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: Day-to-Day / Flexible Supply
Working Pattern: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: Competitive Daily Rates

Do you have a passion for History, Geography or Religious Education? Looking for an opportunity to put your subject knowledge to good use in secondary schools?

PK Education are recruiting Humanities Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools in Doncaster from January 2027.

We're particularly interested in hearing from Humanities graduates, aspiring teachers and experienced education professionals who are confident managing a classroom.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable teaching experience without needing Qualified Teacher Status.

The Role

  • Supervising pre-planned Humanities lessons across KS3 and KS4

  • Supporting students with History, Geography and RE activities

  • Explaining lesson instructions and keeping students engaged

  • Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining school expectations

  • Encouraging students to complete assigned work

  • Providing feedback to teaching staff

  • Supporting general classroom cover when required

Who Are We Looking For?

  • History, Geography and Humanities graduates

  • Aspiring secondary school teachers

  • Experienced Cover Supervisors

  • Teaching Assistants looking to progress

  • Youth workers and mentors

  • Individuals with relevant experience supporting young people

The Ideal Candidate

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Confidence managing secondary school classes

  • An interest in Humanities subjects

  • Experience working with children or young people

  • A positive, reliable and professional approach

  • An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Why Choose PK Education?

  • Established education recruitment agency since 2005

  • Competitive daily rates

  • Flexible working days to suit your availability

  • Opportunities across Doncaster secondary schools

  • Valuable experience before teacher training

  • Access to our PK Cover Supervisor Academy

  • Dedicated support from an experienced local consultant

Whether you're a graduate considering a career in teaching or an experienced Cover Supervisor looking for more flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.