Job description
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £460 – £650 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long Term, Full-time / Part-time
Are you confident leading a classroom and looking to gain valuable school experience? Do you have the ability to keep students engaged and focused during teacher absences?
GSL Education are seeking reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work in schools across Sheffield.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes across a range of subjects, ensuring students remain on task and complete pre-set work in a positive learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals considering a future career in teaching or education support.
Responsibilities of a Cover Supervisor:
- Supervise classes during teacher absences across different subjects
- Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and instructions
- Ensure students remain engaged and focused on their work
- Maintain positive classroom behaviour in line with school policies
- Support students with classroom tasks where required
- Report any issues or concerns to teaching staff
- Create a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment
- Assist with general school duties when necessary
Requirements of a Cover Supervisor:
- Experience working with young people is desirable
- Confidence in managing a classroom independently
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to different classroom environments
- A proactive, reliable, and professional approach
- A genuine interest in education and student development
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
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 a new application.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the “Cover Supervisor” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV or get in touch directly with Leanne Clark at Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.com for more information.