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: Immediate Start
Do you enjoy taking the lead, keeping students motivated and making sure learning continues even when their usual teacher is away? A welcoming secondary school in Barnsley is looking for a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join their team.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you'll play a key part in maintaining continuity in the classroom by supervising lessons during teachers' absences. You'll be responsible for delivering pre-set work, keeping students focused and managing classroom behaviour across different subjects and year groups. This is an excellent opportunity to build your experience in education while helping students stay on track with their learning.
About the School:
The school aims to provide a positive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally. Staff work closely together to maintain high standards, promote mutual respect and ensure pupils feel supported throughout their school day.
Responsibilities:
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Supervise classes across a range of subjects during teachers' absences.
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Explain lesson instructions and ensure students complete the work provided.
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Maintain good classroom behaviour and address any disruptions appropriately.
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Encourage students to remain focused and participate in their learning.
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Adapt to different classroom environments and year groups.
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Report any concerns or issues to the relevant teaching staff.
Requirements:
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Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
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Confidence in managing a classroom and maintaining discipline.
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Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills.
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A flexible approach to working across different subjects and age groups.
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The ability to remain composed and professional when dealing with challenging behaviour.
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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're looking for an opportunity to put your communication and leadership skills to good use while gaining valuable experience in a school setting, we'd be pleased to hear from you. 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. Paul Zivkovic at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.