Cover Supervisor in Sheffield

Company: GSL Education – South Yorkshire
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Location: Sheffield
Job Description:

Looking for a Cover Supervisor in Sheffield.

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £460 – £650 per week (depending on experience)

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Day‑to‑day / Long Term, Full‑time / Part‑time

GSL Education is looking for dependable and motivated Cover Supervisors to work in schools across Sheffield. As a Cover Supervisor, you will take charge of classes across a variety of subjects, ensuring pupils remain engaged with pre‑set work while maintaining a positive and structured learning environment.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise classes during teacher absences across a range of subjects
  • Deliver pre‑prepared lesson materials and keep students focused on assigned tasks
  • Foster a calm, respectful, and productive classroom atmosphere
  • Manage student behaviour in accordance with school policies
  • Offer guidance and support to pupils as they work through set activities
  • Liaise with teaching staff regarding any concerns or incidents
  • Uphold a safe, inclusive environment for all learners

Requirements

  • Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
  • Confidence in managing a classroom independently and professionally
  • Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills
  • The ability to follow lesson plans and instructions with minimal supervision
  • A flexible, proactive, and reliable approach to work
  • A genuine enthusiasm for education and young people’s development
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to complete a new application)
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection; successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and are encouraged to apply.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026