Job description
Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Barnsley (S70, S71)
Pay rate: £460 - £600 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract type -Day-to-day supply
Enjoy supporting students and keeping learning on track when teachers are absent?
GSL Education are seeking a reliable Cover Supervisor to work in schools across Barnsley (S70, S71), ensuring lessons run smoothly and students remain focused in the teacher’s absence.
As a Cover Supervisor (CS), you will oversee pre-set work, maintain positive behaviour in the classroom, and support students in completing their tasks in a calm and organised learning environment.
Main Duties:
* Supervise classes using the lesson plans provided by the teacher
* Ensure students stay on task and complete assigned work
* Maintain strong classroom management and positive behaviour
* Provide guidance to students when required
* Report back to teaching staff on lesson progress and behaviour
Requirements of Cover Supervisor:
* Previous experience working with young people or in a school setting is desirable
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Confidence managing a classroom environment
* A proactive and supportive approach to student learning
* An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
If you are a confident and dependable Cover Supervisor ready to support schools, we welcome your application.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Cover Supervisor’ role, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Sam Scott at for more information.