Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Leeds LS27
Pay: £120–£140 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time/ Part-time, Day-to-day/ Long-term

Do you have the confidence to lead a classroom and keep students engaged in learning?

GSL Education are looking to appoint a Cover Supervisor (CS) to join supportive educational settings in Leeds LS27. We are seeking a confident and adaptable individual who can supervise pre-planned lessons, maintain a positive learning environment, and ensure students stay focused throughout the school day.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting students' academic progress.

CS Responsibilities:

  • Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects in the teacher's absence
  • Maintain positive behaviour and ensure a productive classroom environment
  • Encourage students to complete learning activities to the best of their ability
  • Record lesson outcomes and provide clear feedback to teaching staff
  • Respond appropriately to classroom situations while following school policies
  • Support the wider school community with additional duties when required

Cover Supervisor Requirements:

  • Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
  • Confident managing groups of students in a classroom setting
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Flexible, reliable, and able to adapt to different school environments
  • Positive approach to behaviour management and student engagement
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Why Join GSL Education:

  • Excellent earning potential with rates of£120–£140 per day, depending on your experience
  • Build valuable classroom leadership and behaviour management skills
  • Explore opportunities across a variety of welcoming schools
  • Benefit from ongoing support throughout your placement
  • Take an important step towards a long-term career in education

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout 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.