Job description
Job Title: Cover Supervisor (CS)
Location: Sheffield
Pay Rate: £95 – £113 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
Are you a confident and adaptable individual looking to support secondary pupils by stepping into the classroom and delivering engaging lessons?
GSL Education are seeking a reliable Cover Supervisor to work in a welcoming school in the Sheffield area. This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain classroom experience, support learning across subjects, and inspire young people in their education.
Role Overview:
As a CS, you will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring pupils remain engaged in their learning and complete set work. You will maintain a positive classroom environment, manage behaviour effectively, and support students in achieving their best.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
- Deliver pre-prepared lessons and resources across a range of subjects.
- Supervise and support pupils to stay focused and on task.
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
- Provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress and engagement.
- Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Step in flexibly across different year groups when required.
Requirements for Cover Supervisor:
- Previous experience working with young people in a school or similar setting is desirable.
- Strong communication and classroom management skills.
- Confidence to supervise classes and engage pupils effectively.
- A patient, adaptable, and professional approach.
- An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
- A full CV covering the last 10 years, with explanations for any gaps.
What GSL Education offers:
- Competitive daily pay rates.
- Flexible work to suit your schedule.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Dedicated support and guidance from your consultant.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
To apply for the role of Cover Supervisor, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss your application further.