Job description
Looking for a Cover Supervisor in Barnsley!
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £460 - £650 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026
Are you confident leading a classroom and looking for an opportunity to make a positive difference in a school setting? A welcoming secondary school in Barnsley is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their team.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will take responsibility for supervising classes during the absence of their usual teacher, ensuring pupils remain focused and engaged with the work provided. You will manage classroom behaviour, support learning and maintain a calm and purposeful environment throughout the school day.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to gain further experience within a secondary school environment.
About the School:
This inclusive secondary school is committed to creating a supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their best. Staff work closely together to maintain high expectations, positive behaviour and a strong focus on learning, making it a supportive setting for both pupils and staff.
Responsibilities:
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Supervise classes and deliver work set by the absent teacher.
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Maintain a calm, orderly and productive classroom environment.
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Manage pupil behaviour in line with school policies.
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Support pupils with their learning and encourage positive engagement.
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Provide appropriate feedback to teaching staff where required.
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Follow school procedures and maintain high expectations of pupil conduct.
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Ensure pupils remain safe and focused throughout lessons.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
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Confident communication and interpersonal abilities.
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A calm, reliable and organised approach.
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Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to the wider school team.
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A genuine interest in supporting pupils and their education.
To work with GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor, you should:
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Have the right to work in the UK.
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Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
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Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL 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 local area.
For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Paul Zivkovic at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.