Cover Supervisor (CS)

Job Title: Cover Supervisor (CS)
Location: Rotherham
Pay Rate: £90 – £110 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long-term, Full-time / Part-time

Are you confident, adaptable, and looking to gain classroom experience in a school setting?

GSL Education are currently recruiting for a proactive and dependable Cover Supervisor to work in schools across Rotherham. This is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring teachers, graduates, or individuals with classroom experience to support learning and gain valuable insight into school life.

Role Overview:
As a Cover Supervisor (CS), you will be responsible for delivering pre-prepared lessons to students in the absence of the regular class teacher. You will manage the classroom, maintain a positive learning environment, and ensure pupils remain on task with their work.

Responsibilities as a Cover Supervisor:

• Supervise whole classes during teacher absences.
• Distribute and explain the pre-set work provided by teaching staff.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
• Provide brief feedback to teaching staff on pupil behaviour and progress.
• Assist with general classroom duties when not covering lessons.

Requirements for the Cover Supervisor role:

• Previous experience working with pupils is desirable.
• Strong classroom presence and behaviour management skills.
• Confident, flexible, and calm under pressure.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• A full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any gaps in employment in the last 10 years.

Why GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Friendly and supportive consultants with education sector expertise.
• Opportunities for career development, including teacher training pathways.
• Honest, ethical, and transparent recruitment service.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong 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.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

If you’re ready to step into the classroom as a Cover Supervisor, click ‘apply now’ and send us your updated CV. A dedicated consultant will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.