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 comfortable taking the lead in a classroom and helping students stay focused on their learning? A welcoming school in Barnsley is looking for a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to provide classroom supervision and support across different subjects.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will help keep the school day running smoothly by supervising classes during teachers' absences. You'll deliver pre-prepared lesson activities, manage classroom behaviour and make sure students stay engaged with their work. This is a great opportunity to gain further experience in an educational setting while developing your classroom management skills.
About the School:
This inclusive school aims to provide a supportive and structured environment where students are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning. Staff work closely together to maintain high standards, promote positive behaviour and ensure pupils feel supported throughout the school day.
Responsibilities:
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Supervise classes across a range of subjects during teacher absences.
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Deliver pre-prepared lesson plans and explain tasks clearly to students.
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Maintain good classroom behaviour and manage any disruptions appropriately.
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Encourage students to remain focused and complete their assigned work.
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Provide general assistance to students where needed.
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Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding guidelines.
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Communicate any concerns or incidents to the relevant teaching staff.
Requirements:
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Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Confident communication and classroom management skills.
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Ability to lead a classroom and work independently.
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A patient, approachable and adaptable attitude.
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Confidence in managing challenging behaviour calmly and professionally.
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A genuine interest in education and supporting young people's development.
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 enjoy working with young people and are ready to take on a classroom-based role, we'd be pleased to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered.
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.