Job description
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: Immediately
Are you confident leading a classroom and helping pupils get the most out of their lessons? A secondary school in Barnsley is looking for a reliable Cover Supervisor to step in during teacher absences and keep learning on track.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you'll oversee classes, deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and encourage pupils to complete their work. You'll work with different age groups and subjects, adapting to each classroom while maintaining clear expectations for behaviour. This opportunity is ideal if you enjoy working with young people and want to gain valuable experience in a school setting.
About the School:
The school aims to provide a supportive and structured environment where pupils can learn, develop confidence and achieve their potential. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high standards, encourage positive behaviour and ensure lessons remain productive and inclusive.
Responsibilities:
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Supervise classes during the absence of the regular teacher.
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Deliver pre-prepared lesson activities and explain tasks to pupils.
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Maintain classroom discipline and manage behaviour appropriately.
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Encourage pupils to stay focused and complete assigned work.
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Ensure the classroom remains safe, orderly and conducive to learning.
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Report any concerns or incidents to the relevant school staff.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Strong communication and classroom management skills.
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A calm, confident and adaptable approach.
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Ability to follow lesson plans and work independently.
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Confidence managing groups of pupils and maintaining boundaries.
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A genuine interest in supporting education and young people's development.
If you're ready to take the next step into a rewarding school-based role, submit your CV today and explore this opportunity in Barnsley.
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.
We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.
In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).
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.