Job description
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Worksop
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 keeping students engaged in their learning? A welcoming secondary school in Worksop is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to support teaching and learning across the school.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will take responsibility for supervising classes during teachers' planned or unexpected absences, ensuring students remain focused and complete the work provided. You will deliver pre-prepared lesson materials, manage classroom behaviour and provide support where needed, helping maintain a positive and productive learning environment throughout the school day.
About the School:
This supportive secondary school is committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning and achieve their potential. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high standards of behaviour and ensure lessons run smoothly, with a strong emphasis on positive relationships and student progress.
Responsibilities:
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Supervise classes across a range of subjects during teachers' absences.
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Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and ensure students understand the tasks set.
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Maintain classroom discipline and manage behaviour in line with school policies.
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Encourage students to remain focused and engaged throughout lessons.
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Provide assistance to students where appropriate.
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Report any issues or concerns to the relevant teaching staff.
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Ensure classrooms remain safe, organised and conducive to learning.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Strong classroom management and communication skills.
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Confidence supervising groups of students independently.
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A calm, adaptable and proactive approach.
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Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
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A genuine interest in education and supporting young people's development.
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Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or in a similar education-based role is advantageous.
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).
If you are ready to take on a rewarding role in education and help keep students on track with their learning, submit your CV today.
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. Tom Knight at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.