Cover Supervisor in Barnsley

GSL Education - South Yorkshire; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus (£100)

Job summary

GSL Education - South Yorkshire is seeking a Cover Supervisor in Barnsley to supervise classes when a teacher is absent and to deliver clear instructions from pre-prepared materials. The role supports pupils across a secondary setting and offers experience within a welcoming school environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, classroom management skills, and the ability to lead classes independently.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Confidence leading classes independently.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across different subjects and year groups.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and provide clear instructions.
• Maintain a calm, orderly and positive classroom environment.
• Support pupils to remain engaged and complete their assigned work.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Respond appropriately to questions and provide guidance where required.
• Report relevant issues or concerns to teaching and pastoral staff.
• Help maintain a safe and productive learning environment throughout the school day.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Independent classroom leadership

Calm and reliable approach

Follow lesson plans

Job description

Looking for a Cover Supervisor in Barnsley!

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £460 £650 per week (depending on experience and qualifications)
Contract Type: Long-term / Temporary, Full-time / Part-time
Start Date: September 2026

Are you confident leading a classroom and looking for an opportunity to support pupils across a secondary school setting? A welcoming secondary school in Barnsley is seeking a reliable Cover Supervisor to join their team from September.

About the Role:

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes when their usual teacher is unavailable, ensuring pupils remain focused and complete the work provided. You will deliver clear instructions, manage classroom behaviour and provide support where needed throughout the school day. This role is well suited to someone looking to build their experience in education while making a positive contribution to pupils' learning.

About the School:

This inclusive secondary school is committed to providing a supportive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their best. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high expectations, positive behaviour and strong pastoral support, creating a safe and purposeful setting for learning.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise classes across different subjects and year groups.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and provide clear instructions.
• Maintain a calm, orderly and positive classroom environment.
• Support pupils to remain engaged and complete their assigned work.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Respond appropriately to questions and provide guidance where required.
• Report relevant issues or concerns to teaching and pastoral staff.
• Help maintain a safe and productive learning environment throughout the school day.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Confidence leading classes independently.
• A calm, organised and reliable approach.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and provide clear instructions.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Experience within a school or education setting is advantageous.

To work with GSL Education as a Cover Supervisor, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last two years.
• Have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

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.

We also offer, via our partner, access to accredited Education-relevant CPD courses.

In addition to that, GSL Education are currently offering £100 for the successful referral of either Teachers or Teaching Assistants (Ts &Cs apply).