Job description
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £460 – £650 per week (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term | Full-time / Part-time
Do you enjoy supporting young people and thrive in a fast-paced school environment?
GSL Education are seeking confident, reliable, and adaptable individuals to join schools in Barnsley as a Cover Supervisor (CS). This role is ideal for those considering a career in teaching or looking to gain hands-on experience in education while making a real difference in the classroom.
Your Role as a Cover Supervisor:
* Supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment.
* Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and keep students focused on tasks.
* Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
* Support students in their learning and encourage engagement.
* Communicate effectively with teaching staff to ensure continuity.
What You’ll Need:
* Experience working with young people (school-based or similar settings preferred).
* Strong classroom management and communication skills.
* A flexible and proactive attitude with a passion for education.
* A degree or equivalent qualification is desirable but not essential.
* An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
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.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
Interested in becoming a Cover Supervisor in Barnsley?
Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or contact Sam Scott directly at for further details.