Job description

Looking for a Cover Supervisor in Doncaster!

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Doncaster
Salary: £460 – £650 per week
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term / Day-to-day
Start Date: Immediately

Are you confident in managing a classroom and supporting students’ learning in the absence of a teacher? A range of supportive secondary schools in Doncaster are seeking a reliable Cover Supervisor to join their teams.

About the School:
These schools are committed to providing a calm, structured and supportive learning environment where students can continue to make progress even when their usual teacher is absent. Staff work collaboratively to maintain consistent expectations, positive behaviour standards and a strong focus on student engagement and wellbeing.

About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring students remain on task and complete pre-set work. You will play a key role in maintaining classroom routines and supporting positive behaviour across a variety of subjects and year groups.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher

  • Ensure students remain focused and complete assigned work

  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies

  • Provide support to students where needed during lessons

  • Maintain a calm and structured learning environment

  • Report any issues or concerns to relevant staff

  • Follow school procedures and lesson plans provided

Requirements:

  • Experience working with young people in an educational setting

  • Strong behaviour management and communication skills

  • Confident, professional and adaptable approach

  • Ability to quickly build rapport with students

  • Reliable and consistent availability for work

  • A positive attitude towards supporting student learning

This is an excellent opportunity for a Cover Supervisor in Doncaster to gain varied experience across different secondary school settings while making a meaningful impact on student learning.

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 references from the last 2 years

  • Have a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education

For more information or to apply, please contact Leanne Clark at Leanne.Clark@gsleducation.com at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor, please apply via the application link.