Job description
Job title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £460–£650 per week (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long-Term/ Day-to-day, Full-Time / Part-Time
Are you ready to take the lead in the classroom and help pupils stay focused, motivated and on task?
GSL Education South Yorkshire Branch are looking for a reliable Cover Supervisor (CS) to work with a school in Barnsley. This role would suit someone who can take responsibility for a class, communicate instructions clearly and help pupils complete the work provided by their usual teacher.
As a Cover Supervisor, you will:
- Supervise classes during the absence of teaching staff.
- Deliver instructions and explain the work pupils are expected to complete.
- Maintain classroom routines and appropriate behaviour standards.
- Encourage pupils to stay focused and participate in learning.
- Respond calmly to behavioural issues and follow school procedures.
- Provide clarification and basic assistance with assigned tasks.
- Communicate relevant concerns and classroom updates to teaching staff.
Requirements for the Cover Supervisor role:
- Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
- Experience in education, tutoring, youth work or a similar environment would be beneficial.
- Confidence supervising groups and managing classroom behaviour.
- Clear communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
- Organised, flexible and dependable approach.
- Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
- Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
A successful Cover Supervisor (CS) helps ensure that pupils continue learning even when their regular teacher is unavailable. Your ability to provide clear direction, maintain expectations and create a focused atmosphere will help keep the school day running smoothly.
Why choose GSL Education?
- Access to suitable teaching and classroom-support opportunities across Barnsley.
- Support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement.
- Competitive weekly rates and ongoing guidance.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. 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 across South Yorkshire.
For more information or to register your interest in the Cover Supervisor role, please click Apply Now to submit your full and up-to-date CV. One of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.