Protocol Education is working closely with a number of secondary schools across Bristol to support them with reliable, day-to-day classroom cover. We’re currently recruiting Unqualified Supply Teachers / Cover Supervisors to step in when teachers are absent and help keep learning running smoothly.
We have two schools seeking full-time Unqualified Teachers / Cover Supervisors, but whether you want to work 2 days or 5, full or part-time, we can suit your desired work style.
This is a genuine entry route into education. You do not need previous school experience, teaching qualifications or specialist training. We provide all required training free of charge and ongoing support once you’re working in schools. Driving is valued, but not neccesary.
What is the role?
As an Unqualified Supply Teacher / Cover Supervisor, you will:
📘 Supervise secondary classes in the absence of the class teacher
📘 Deliver pre-planned lessons and set work (no planning required)
📘 Maintain a calm, positive and safe learning environment
📘 Support pupils to stay focused and on task
📘 Follow school behaviour policies and routines
You are not expected to teach new content. Your role is to confidently lead the room and ensure pupils can complete the work that has already been set.
Working pattern
📅 Flexible work from 2 to 5 days per week
📅 Short-term, long-term and full-time roles available
📅 Immediate starts available, including full-time roles in BS1 and BS3
📅 Emergency morning and pre-booked cover, depending on your availability
📅 Schools matched to your preferred locations wherever possible
Who this role suits
The Unqualified Teacher / Cover Supervisor role works particularly well for people with transferable skills from:
👥 Customer service or public-facing roles
👥 Sports coaching, PE or fitness backgrounds
👥 Drama, performing arts or public speaking
👥 Youth work, mentoring or tutoring
👥 Care, SEND or support roles
👥 Students working around studies, and graduates exploring a future in education
If you’re calm, confident, reliable and keen to learn, schools value what you bring.
Our Free Training
Protocol Education are proud to offer:
🎓 Thrive Approach: Learn how to understand behaviour, build relationships and support emotional wellbeing. Ideal for both mainstream and SEND settings.
🎓 Team Teach: Positive behaviour and de-escalation strategies to keep everyone calm and safe.
🎓 Trauma-Informed Practices: Practical tools for supporting pupils who have experienced adversity, helping you respond with empathy and confidence.
🎓 Cover Supervisor Training: A practical, hands-on guide to leading classes, managing behaviour and delivering pre-set work confidently.
Why Protocol Education?
✔ Competitive rates of pay through PAYE
✔ Guaranteed work agreements for consistent income
✔ FREE CPD including Team Teach, behaviour training and SEND courses
✔ Ongoing, honest support from your dedicated consultant
✔ £50 refer a teacher or TA bonus scheme
WHAT DO WE NEED TO CLEAR YOU
To get you cleared we’ll need:
🛂 Passport
🏠 2 proofs of address (e.g. driving license, utility bill, council tax, P45/60)
📄 CV covering 10 years of all work/education, with gaps accounted for
📝 2 years of references (including childcare if applicable)
🌍 OSPC if you lived overseas for 3 months or more in the last 5 years
Pay: £100 per day paid weekly
£500 per week for full-time role at BS3