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 young people in their education? A welcoming and forward-thinking school in Sheffield is seeking a reliable Cover Supervisor to ensure continuity of learning across a range of subjects and year groups.
About the School:
The school is committed to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where students feel supported and motivated to succeed. It serves a diverse community and prides itself on maintaining high expectations for behaviour, achievement, and personal development. With a strong leadership team and collaborative staff culture, the school promotes respect, resilience, and aspiration, ensuring students are equipped with the skills and confidence to reach their full potential.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absences, deliver pre-set work, and maintain a focused and orderly classroom environment. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring teachers or experienced education professionals looking to gain valuable classroom experience.
Responsibilities:
• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain on task with the work provided.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school’s policies, maintaining a calm and productive learning environment.
• Provide clear instructions and support to students to facilitate understanding of set tasks.
• Report back to teaching staff on student progress, behaviour, and completion of work.
• Support the wider school community by contributing to a safe and inclusive environment.
• Adapt confidently to different subjects and year groups as required.
Qualifications:
• Previous experience working with young people in an educational or similar setting is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Confidence in leading a classroom and engaging students in their learning.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• A proactive and positive approach to supporting students.
This is a rewarding opportunity to gain valuable school-based experience while making a meaningful impact on students’ education. To apply for the position of Cover Supervisor, please submit your CV today.
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.