Cover Supervisor in Sheffield

Looking for a Cover Supervisor in Sheffield!

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Sheffield
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 to make a positive impact in secondary education? A welcoming secondary school in Sheffield is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join their team from September.

About the Role:

As a Cover Supervisor, you will deliver pre-planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 in the absence of the class teacher. You'll help maintain a positive learning environment, keep students engaged with their work, manage classroom behaviour and ensure learning continues throughout the school day. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers or experienced education professionals seeking a rewarding school-based role.

About the School:

This inclusive secondary school is dedicated to helping every student achieve their potential through high-quality teaching, strong pastoral support and a positive learning environment. Staff work together to encourage respect, resilience and academic success, creating a welcoming atmosphere for both students and colleagues.

Responsibilities:

* Deliver pre-set lessons across a range of subjects.

* Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's policies.

* Ensure students remain engaged and complete the work provided.

* Support students with any questions relating to lesson activities.

* Report on student behaviour, attendance and lesson outcomes.

* Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff throughout the school.

Requirements:

* Previous experience working with young people or within an educational setting is desirable.

* Excellent communication and classroom management skills.

* Confidence leading groups of secondary-aged students.

* A calm, organised and adaptable approach.

* The ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.

* An interest in education or previous classroom experience is advantageous.

If you are ready to make a positive difference and are interested in this opportunity, submit your CV today.

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).

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout the local area.

For more information or to register your interest in this role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV. Leanne Clark at GSL Education South Yorkshire will be in touch shortly.