Cover Supervisor (CS)

GSL Education; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency seeks proactive Cover Supervisors for flexible work in Wombwell schools, supervising classes during teacher absences. Ideal candidates should have classroom management experience and strong interpersonal skills. The role requires a confident approach to maintaining a positive learning environment and managing student behaviour. Competitive pay rates and supportive consultants are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible work opportunities

Supportive educational consultants

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an educational setting or working with young people is desirable.
• A confident and resilient approach to classroom management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils in the absence of their teacher, using pre-set work.
• Ensure a safe and positive learning environment is maintained.
• Encourage student engagement and manage behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide feedback to teachers about pupil progress and classroom experiences.

Skills

Classroom management

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

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Are you confident, adaptable, and ready to step into the classroom and support students’ learning across various subjects?

GSL Education are currently seeking proactive and dependable Cover Supervisors for flexible day-to-day work in schools across Wombwell. As a Cover Supervisor (CS), you will supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers, ensuring that students remain on task and complete the work set.

Responsibilities as a Cover Supervisor:

• Supervise pupils in the absence of their teacher, using pre-set work.
• Ensure a safe and positive learning environment is maintained.
• Encourage student engagement and manage behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide feedback to teachers about pupil progress and classroom experiences.

Requirements for Cover Supervisor:

• Previous experience in an educational setting or working with young people is desirable.
• A confident and resilient approach to classroom management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
• A full CV covering the last 10 years, with any employment gaps explained.

Why Choose GSL Education?

• Competitive daily pay rates based on experience.
• Flexible work to fit around your availability.
• Supportive consultants with experience in education recruitment.
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience and training.

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.

To apply for the Cover Supervisor role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss your application.