Cover Supervisor (CS)

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Dinnington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in Dinnington is looking for a Cover Supervisor to manage classrooms and support students in the absence of their teachers. Successful candidates will have excellent classroom management skills and a passion for education. Competitive daily pay rates come with support and professional development opportunities. Commitment to child safeguarding and an enhanced DBS certificate is required.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated consultant support

Professional development opportunities

Transparent recruitment process

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with students, ideally in a school setting.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
• Full CV covering the last 10 years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across various subjects.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure a focused learning environment.
• Provide support and guidance to students.
• Liaise with teachers to ensure continuity of learning.
• Report on student progress and incidents.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Job description

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Job Title: Cover Supervisor (CS)
Location: Dinnington, S25
Daily Rate: £95 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you confident managing a classroom and ready to make a positive impact in schools?

GSL Education are currently looking to recruit a Cover Supervisor to join schools in the Dinnington area. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with strong classroom presence and a passion for education to support pupils in the absence of their usual class teacher.

As a Cover Supervisor (CS), you'll manage classroom behaviour and supervise students during short-term teacher absences, ensuring a calm and productive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities as a Cover Supervisor:

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure a safe, focused learning environment.
• Provide support and guidance to students as required.
• Liaise with teaching staff to ensure continuity of learning.
• Report on student progress and incidents to relevant staff.

To be successful as a Cover Supervisor, you will need:

• Previous experience working with students, ideally in a school setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
• An enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service (or be willing to apply).
• A full CV covering the last 10 years with any gaps clearly explained.

Why Join GSL Education?

• Competitive rates of daily pay reflective of your experience.
• A dedicated consultant to support your placement journey.
• Access to professional development opportunities and training.
• A transparent and ethical recruitment process.

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 express your interest in the Cover Supervisor role, click "apply now" and submit your up-to-date CV. One of our consultants will be in touch soon.