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Aspiring Behaviour, Pastoral, or Cover Specialist

Secondary Schools | Leeds & Wakefield | Milk Education

Step into the classroom, make an impact, and gain experience that will open doors in education.

Milk Education is looking for Aspiring Behaviour, Pastoral, or Cover Specialists to support secondary schools across Leeds and Wakefield. This is a cover-first role — your main responsibility is keeping lessons running smoothly when teachers are absent. Behaviour management and pastoral support are valuable extras that make you even more indispensable.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applicants from backgrounds where leadership, authority, and reliability are second nature:

Police, Prison, or Security Services

Armed Forces & Veterans

Youth Work or Community Support

Sports Coaching or Team Leadership

If you’re dependable, calm under pressure, and confident with 11–16-year-olds, this role is perfect for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supervising classes and delivering pre-prepared lessons during teacher absence

Maintaining focus, engagement, and classroom order

Using behaviour management skills to handle challenging situations

Supporting pastoral teams where needed

Acting as a consistent, positive role model

Why Schools Need You

Secondary schools rely on adults who can step in immediately and professionally. You’ll ensure students remain focused, lessons continue smoothly, and behaviour expectations are maintained — all while contributing to pastoral support where appropriate.

What You’ll Gain

Paid cover work across Leeds & Wakefield schools

Flexible placements and structured school hours

Real classroom experience and transferable skills

Opportunities for training and progression into teaching, safeguarding, or pastoral roles

If you want to make a difference, gain experience, and build your career in education, apply with Milk Education today.

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