Job description
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Scunthorpe
Salary: £100 – £130 per day
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full Time / Part Time
Are you looking to gain classroom experience and make a positive impact in education? GSL Education is seeking a confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join secondary school team in Scunthorpe.
As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll play a vital role in supporting students’ learning and maintaining continuity during teacher absences.
Responsibilities of the Cover Supervisor:
- Supervise classes during the short-term absence of the assigned teacher.
- Deliver pre-prepared lessons and ensure students stay on task.
- Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
- Provide feedback on student progress and classroom activities.
- Support the wider school community when required.
- Maintain a positive and focused learning environment.
Requirements for the Cover Supervisor:
- Experience working with young people (in school or other settings) is desirable.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- A confident and professional presence in the classroom.
- Ability to manage behaviour and build rapport with students.
- A genuine interest in education and student development.
- Degree holders or individuals considering a career in teaching are encouraged to apply.
Please keep in mind 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 an enhanced DBS on the update service.
GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
For more information or to register your interest in the "Cover Supervisor” role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch