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 passionate about helping young people stay engaged with their learning? A welcoming secondary school in Sheffield is looking for a reliable Cover Supervisor to join their team from September 2026.

About the Role:

As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain focused and complete the work that has been set. You will maintain a positive learning environment, manage classroom behaviour effectively and provide support to students across a range of subjects. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers or experienced education professionals looking to gain valuable classroom experience.

About the School:

This inclusive secondary school is committed to providing a supportive and respectful learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best. Staff work together to maintain high standards of behaviour and academic achievement while promoting the wellbeing of every pupil.

Responsibilities:

* Supervise lessons using pre-planned work provided by teaching staff.

* Maintain a positive, safe and productive classroom environment.

* Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.

* Support students with their learning and encourage active participation.

* Report on student attendance, behaviour and lesson outcomes to teaching staff.

* Work collaboratively with teachers and other members of the school team.

Requirements:

* Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.

* Strong classroom management and communication skills.

* Confidence leading groups of secondary-aged students.

* A calm, adaptable and professional approach.

* Good organisational skills and the ability to work independently.

* An enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.

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.