Cover Supervisors

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Sheffield seeks a Cover Supervisor to ensure student engagement and behavior management during teacher absences. Responsibilities include delivering pre-set work and maintaining classroom discipline. Candidates must have experience with children, strong communication skills, and an enhanced DBS. This position offers flexibility in part-time or full-time roles, starting immediately or in January 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school setting.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm, organised, and professional under pressure.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A responsible and committed approach to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes in the absence of the class teacher and deliver pre-planned lessons.
• Maintain classroom discipline in line with school behaviour policies.
• Support students to stay on task and complete assigned work.
• Respond appropriately to challenging behaviour and escalate concerns when required.
• Ensure the safety, welfare, and safeguarding of all students at all times.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student behaviour and lesson outcomes.

Job description

Job Title: Cover Supervisor (CS)
Location: Sheffield (S2, S3)
Pay rate: £460 -£650 per week (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediately/January 2026
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you someone who can confidently supervise a classroom, maintain positive behaviour, and support students to stay engaged in their learning?

GSL Education are inviting applications for Cover Supervisors to work within schools across Sheffield, specifically covering the S2 and S3 postcodes, providing reliable classroom supervision during teacher absence.

As a Cover Supervisor (CS), you will play a key role in ensuring continuity of learning by delivering pre-set work, managing classroom behaviour, and creating a calm and structured learning environment where students can remain focused and motivated.

Prime Responsibilities of Cover Supervisor

• Supervise classes in the absence of the class teacher and deliver pre-planned lessons.
• Maintain classroom discipline in line with school behaviour policies.
• Support students to stay on task and complete assigned work.
• Respond appropriately to challenging behaviour and escalate concerns when required.
• Ensure the safety, welfare, and safeguarding of all students at all times.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding student behaviour and lesson outcomes.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school setting.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm, organised, and professional under pressure.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A responsible and committed approach to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

If you are enthusiastic about gaining classroom experience and supporting students in their learning journey, this Cover Supervisor role could be an excellent opportunity for you.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Cover Supervisor” role in Sheffield, please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your updated CV or get in touch directly with Leanne Clark at [e-mail] for more information.