Job description
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £650 per week
Contract Type: Full time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately
Are you confident, adaptable, and passionate about supporting students in the classroom? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cover Supervisor to work across schools in Sheffield, supporting learning and maintaining continuity in the absence of teaching staff. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands-on classroom experience while making a positive impact on students’ education.
About the School:
The school offers a welcoming and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to engage, grow, and succeed. It supports learners from a range of backgrounds and promotes positive behaviour, respect, and ambition. With a strong focus on structure and consistency, the school fosters a calm atmosphere where students feel supported both academically and personally. Staff work collaboratively to create engaging lessons and promote a positive learning culture.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes during teacher absence, ensuring students remain on task and engaged with their learning. You will deliver pre-prepared work, manage classroom behaviour, and provide support to students as required, helping to maintain a productive learning environment.
Responsibilities:
• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher, following provided lesson plans.
• Manage classroom behaviour to ensure a safe and focused learning environment.
• Support students with their work, answering questions where appropriate.
• Ensure students remain engaged and complete set tasks.
• Report back to teaching staff on student progress and behaviour.
• Adapt confidently to different subjects, year groups, and classroom settings.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Confidence in leading a classroom and maintaining discipline.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• A flexible, reliable, and proactive approach to work.
This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals seeking experience in education while supporting students’ learning and development. To apply for the position of Cover Supervisor, please submit your CV now.
To work with GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor, you should:
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
For more information or to apply, please contact Leanne Clark at GSL Education (Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor, please apply via the application link.