Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor (CS)
Location: Sheffield (S35)
Pay rate: £460 -£650 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you confident leading a classroom and keeping pupils engaged during teacher absence?

GSL Education are hiring a Cover Supervisor to work across schools in Sheffield (S35), helping maintain structure, routine, and continuity throughout the school day.

As a Cover Supervisor (CS), you will oversee lessons with pre-set work, manage behaviour positively, and keep students on task. This role is ideal for calm, organised individuals confident working across different subjects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise classes and deliver planned learning activities.
  • Maintain a productive and respectful classroom environment.
  • Encourage pupils to complete work to a good standard.
  • Follow school policies, including safeguarding procedures.
  • Provide brief feedback to teaching staff when required.

Requirements:

  • Experience working with children or young people in a school or similar setting.
  • Confidence working independently as a Cover Supervisor.
  • Strong communication and classroom management skills.
  • A flexible and reliable approach to daily cover.
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

If you are ready to take on a varied and rewarding role as a Cover Supervisor, this opportunity offers valuable experience and a chance to make a positive impact in schools.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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.

For more information or to register your interest in the “Cover Supervisor” role in Sheffield, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Leanne Clark at Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.comfor more information.