Cover Supervisor - Doncaster

Justteachers Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd in Doncaster is seeking a reliable and adaptable Cover Supervisor for a full-time, long-term position commencing September 2026. You will supervise lessons in the absence of teachers, keeping students engaged and on task.

Ideal candidates will have experience with children, strong classroom management, and a patient, supportive approach. DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one is required, along with two school references.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in educational, care, or support settings.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Caring, patient and resilient approach.
• Ability to provide personal care as required.
• Enhanced DBS registration on Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during staff absences and maintain engagement.
• Deliver pre-set work and keep students on task.
• Support pupils with additional needs in a nurture hub setting.
• Provide personal care support when required.
• Assist teachers with activities and classroom organisation.
• Promote positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing.
• Adapt to varying needs across year groups and roles.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Patience

Supporting pupils with additionalneeds

Personal care

Flexibility

Job description

About the role:

A welcoming school in Doncaster is seeking a reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis from September 2026. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising lessons in the absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain engaged and focused on their learning. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident individual who is passionate about supporting young people and making a positive difference within a school environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise classes during teacher absences and manage classroom behaviour effectively.


• Deliver pre-set work and ensure students remain on task.


• Support pupils with additional needs within a small nurture hub setting.


• Provide personal care support in a respectful and professional manner.


• Assist class teachers with learning activities and classroom organisation.


• Promote positive behaviour, inclusion, and pupil wellbeing.


• Adapt to the varying needs of the school and provide general TA support when required.

Pre-requisites:

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational, care, or support setting.


• Strong classroom management and communication skills.


• A caring, patient, and resilient approach.


• Confidence supporting pupils with additional needs.


• Willingness and ability to provide personal care.


• Flexibility to work across different year groups and roles within the school.


• An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one


• Two school-based references