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 their learning journey? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join a welcoming school in Sheffield. This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience or build a long-term career in education.
About the School:
The school prides itself on creating a positive and structured learning environment where students feel supported and motivated to succeed. With a strong focus on academic progress and personal development, the school encourages respect, resilience, and responsibility. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high standards of behaviour and engagement, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will oversee whole classes during teacher absences, ensuring that students remain on task and continue their learning in line with set lesson plans. You will play a key role in maintaining a calm and productive classroom environment while supporting students across a variety of subjects.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee lessons in the absence of the class teacher, ensuring students remain focused and engaged.
- Follow pre-prepared lesson plans and deliver instructions clearly and confidently.
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school’s policies and expectations.
- Support students with their work and respond to general queries.
- Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student progress and behaviour.
- Uphold safeguarding policies and promote a safe learning environment.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with young people in an educational or similar setting is desirable.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Confident, organised, and adaptable approach to work.
- A genuine interest in education and supporting student development.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on classroom experience and make a meaningful contribution to students’ education in Sheffield. 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 Sam Scott at GSL Education (Sam.Scott@gsleducation.com) as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor, please apply via the application link.