Job description
Role: Cover Supervisor
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Salary: £85 - £120 per day
Contract: Full Time, Temporary
GSL Education are currently recruiting Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Newcastle upon Tyne. This role is ideal for confident, motivated individuals who can manage classrooms and maintain a positive learning environment when the teacher is absent.
Job Summary of a Cover Supervisor:
• Supervise classes and ensure students remain on task with the work provided.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Assist students with instructions related to their set tasks and classroom routines.
Responsibilities of a Cover Supervisor:
• Use classroom resources effectively to support learning.
• Maintain a calm, structured, and focused atmosphere.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil behaviour, engagement, and any issues encountered.
Qualifications & Experience to be a Cover Supervisor:
• Previous experience in an educational setting is desirable.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Confident, adaptable, and able to work with secondary-aged pupils.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or those seeking to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing into teaching.
For more information, please contact Alex Pounder at alex.pounder@gsleducation.com.