Cover Supervisor

GSL Education; Skegness; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a Cover Supervisor to support secondary schools in Skegness. The role offers flexible hours with full-time or part-time options, helping students during lessons and ensuring smooth delivery when teachers are absent.

Ideal candidates are graduates or university students seeking classroom experience, with good communication and a genuine interest in education. Safeguarding knowledge and DBS checks are required.

Qualifications

• Confident working with secondary-aged pupils.
• Calm and consistent when managing behaviour.
• Reliable, organised and adaptable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Previous experience working with young people is beneficial.
• An interest in teaching or education is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes and ensure students complete their assigned work.
• Follow prepared lesson plans and school instructions.
• Maintain positive behaviour and classroom expectations.
• Support students with their learning where appropriate.
• Monitor attendance and report any concerns.
• Work professionally with teaching and pastoral staff.

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Skegness

Location: Skegness, Lincolnshire
Salary: £110 - £130 per day, depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time | Flexible

GSL Education is seeking an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to support secondary schools in Skegness.

Are you looking for flexible work that gives you genuine experience of working with young people? This role is a great option for aspiring teachers, graduates or university students who want to develop practical skills before moving into teaching.

You will help ensure lessons run smoothly when teachers are absent, providing students with structure, support and encouragement throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise classes and ensure students complete their assigned work.
• Follow prepared lesson plans and school instructions.
• Maintain positive behaviour and classroom expectations.
• Support students with their learning where appropriate.
• Monitor attendance and report any concerns.
• Work professionally with teaching and pastoral staff.

Ideal Candidate:

• Confident working with secondary-aged pupils.
• Calm and consistent when managing behaviour.
• Reliable, organised and adaptable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Previous experience working with young people is beneficial.
• An interest in teaching or education is highly desirable.

What GSL Education Offers:

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Flexible part-time and full-time opportunities.
• School experience suitable for aspiring teachers.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunities for longer-term work and career development.

Please keep in mind that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

GSL Education offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.