Cover Supervisor in Doncaster

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

Job summary

GSL Education - South Yorkshire is seeking a Cover Supervisor in Doncaster to support students and maintain continuity of learning during teacher absence. You will supervise classes, deliver work, and uphold strong behaviour standards within a welcoming secondary school.

The role requires confident communication, reliability, and the ability to adapt to different classroom settings while safeguarding students' wellbeing throughout the day.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A confident, calm and adaptable approach.
• Ability to supervise groups of students independently.
• Good organisational skills and reliability.
• A genuine interest in supporting students' education and development.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across a range of subjects in the absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver and explain work provided by teaching staff where appropriate.
• Maintain positive behaviour and classroom expectations.
• Support students with their learning and encourage active participation.
• Respond confidently to classroom situations and follow school behaviour policies.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student engagement and behaviour.
• Ensure classrooms remain safe, orderly and conducive to learning.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Looking for a Cover Supervisor in Doncaster!

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

About the Role

Are you confident working with young people and looking for an opportunity to play a key role in the classroom? A welcoming secondary school in Doncaster is seeking a reliable Cover Supervisor to support students and maintain continuity of learning in the absence of teaching staff.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes across a range of subjects, ensuring students remain focused and complete the work provided by their teachers. You will manage classroom behaviour, support pupils with their learning and help maintain a calm and purposeful environment throughout the school day.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people, communicates confidently and can adapt to different classroom settings.

About the School

This inclusive secondary school is committed to providing a supportive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high expectations, positive behaviour and strong pastoral support, creating a well-organised setting where pupils can learn effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes across a range of subjects in the absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver and explain work provided by teaching staff where appropriate.
• Maintain positive behaviour and classroom expectations.
• Support students with their learning and encourage active participation.
• Respond confidently to classroom situations and follow school behaviour policies.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student engagement and behaviour.
• Ensure classrooms remain safe, orderly and conducive to learning.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• A confident, calm and adaptable approach.
• Ability to supervise groups of students independently.
• Good organisational skills and reliability.
• A genuine interest in supporting students' education and development.
• 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.