Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor / Cover Teacher
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £650 per week
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time, Long-term / Day-to-day onwards
Start Date: Immediately

GSL Education are currently seeking a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor / Cover Teacher to work in secondary schools across Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and can step into the classroom to maintain learning during teacher absences.

This role is particularly well suited to experienced Cover Supervisors, Supply Teachers, Unqualified Teachers, or graduates looking to gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting.

About the School:
The secondary schools we work with in Sheffield are committed to creating positive and structured learning environments where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Staff work collaboratively to maintain strong behaviour standards and ensure students remain engaged and motivated in lessons. Schools value reliable support staff who can confidently lead a classroom and ensure continuity of learning.

About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor / Cover Teacher in a secondary school, you will supervise classes across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering pre-set work while ensuring students stay focused and productive. You will play an important role in maintaining classroom structure and supporting the overall learning environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise lessons across a range of subjects in secondary school classrooms

  • Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials during teacher absences

  • Maintain positive classroom behaviour and engagement

  • Support students in completing assigned work

  • Provide feedback to teaching staff on lesson progress and behaviour

Requirements:

  • Previous experience working with young people or within a secondary school environment is desirable

  • Strong classroom management and communication skills

  • Confidence supervising groups of secondary-aged students

  • A calm, proactive and professional approach

This is a great opportunity to gain experience in secondary schools in Sheffield, whether you are looking for flexible supply work or a longer-term classroom role.

To work with GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor / Cover Teacher, 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@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor / Cover Teacher, please apply via the application link.