Job description
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £100 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long Term, Full-time / Part-time
Do you have the ability to lead a classroom and encourage students to stay focused and engaged with their learning?
GSL Education are seeking reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to work in schools across Middlesbrough.
This exciting opportunity involves supervising classes during teacher absences and ensuring students continue their learning in a calm and productive environment. The successful candidate will support students with pre-planned work while maintaining positive behaviour and classroom expectations.
Responsibilities of a Cover Supervisor:
- Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher
- Ensure students remain engaged with pre-set learning activities
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
- Support students with questions and classroom tasks where appropriate
- Maintain a positive and respectful learning environment
- Report back to teaching staff regarding student progress and behaviour
- Follow safeguarding and school procedures at all times
- Work collaboratively with school staff and support teams
Requirements of a Cover Supervisor:
- Previous experience working with young people is desirable
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Confident and adaptable approach to classroom management
- Ability to motivate and engage students effectively
- Degree or school-based experience is advantageous
- Passion for education and supporting 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, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.