Experienced Primary Cover Supervisor

Principal Resourcing; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Resourcing seeks confident Primary Cover Supervisors for day-to-day and long-term roles across schools in Wakefield and Barnsley starting September 2025. The successful candidates will deliver lessons, manage behavior, and support pupil progression while receiving competitive pay rates.

Benefits

Free access to over 200 CPD courses

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Experience covering lessons for primary subjects.
• Strong subject knowledge of the UK Curriculum.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS-KS2.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively.
• Provide detailed feedback to the class teacher.

Skills

Confidence

Inclusivity

Communication

Classroom management

Resourcefulness

Creativity

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Do you have experience covering lessons in the Teachers absence?We are seeking a confident and knowledgeable Primary Cover Supervisors to provide day-to-day and long-term teaching cover across our partnership Primary Schools and Academies from September 2025.You will ideally have previous experience delivering a range of Primary subjects in the teachers short-term absence and be confident managing classroom behaviour. You will join a welcoming staff team, working in collaboration to ensure consistent, high quality learning that meets the diverse needs of children within your care.We have roles available in:

• Wakefield
• Barnsley

You can expect to earn up to £100 per day for this role, depending on experience.Your role as a Primary Cover Supervisor:

• Confident delivering pre-planned lessons across EYFS-KS2
• Assist/support students with tasks as needed
• Be confident in providing detailed and consistent feedback to the class teacher
• Be able to effectively manage behaviour
• Be resourceful, creative, and imaginative with fantastic communication skills
• Show initiative and the ability to respond calmly to a variety of situations
• In an emergency, be able to think of activities to occupy the class until work is set

We are seeking candidates with:

• A full and relevant Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or similar.
• ECT's are welcome to apply.
• Confidence, inclusivity, and passion for supporting pupil progression.
• Strong subject knowledge and familiarity with the UK Curriculum.
• An enhanced DBS disclosure or be willing to obtain one through us.
• Right to Work in the UK, unfortunately we are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Why work with Principal Resourcing?

Work with the very best

A locally established agency trusted by many Schools, Academies, Colleges, and Nurseries across the region, due to our unfaltering commitment to providing the best service.

Feel valued

Work with a candidate-centred agency that puts you at the heart of everything we do.

Receive the best rates of pay

We guarantee to beat other agency rates.

Dedicated Consultant

Work alongside some of the most experienced education recruitment specialists in the area.

DfE approved compliance team

Seamless registration and clearance process to ensure you are working in the quickest possible time.

Continued accredited and nationally recognised CPD

We invest in our candidates we will ensure that your skills not only stay current but are updated along the way. By working with Principal Resourcing, you will have access to a portfolio of over 200 courses from a platform, nationally recognised by 45,092 Schools, Trusts, Nurseries and Colleges,free of charge.

Submit your application today and a member of our dedicated team will be in touch.

We look forward to welcoming you aboard the Principal Resourcing Team!

Principal Resourcing is an Education Recruitment Business having sought agreement from their clients to find candidates for these roles, in accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations Act (2003).Principal Resourcing is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer. All positions advertised are temporary, unless otherwise stated.Please note: If you have not heard from us within two weeks then your application may have been unsuccessful.Job Ref: PRLMC