Cover Supervisor

Are you a reliable and confident Cover Supervisor ready to take on a role where your organisation, classroom presence, and professionalism make a real difference?

Reeson Education are looking for a capable Cover Supervisor to work in a structured and dynamic school environment in Barnsley (S70). This position suits someone adaptable, organised, and able to manage classroom behaviour while delivering pre‑set work effectively.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will oversee lessons in the absence of the class teacher, ensuring that students remain engaged and on task. You will follow lesson plans provided and maintain a focused and disciplined classroom environment.

• Lesson Supervision: Deliver pre‑set lessons and ensure pupils stay on task with their work.
• Classroom Management: Maintain strong behaviour management and uphold school policies.
• Student Engagement: Encourage participation and support pupils in completing assigned tasks.
• Progress Monitoring: Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding pupil performance and behaviour.
• Professional Coordination: Work collaboratively with school staff to ensure smooth lesson delivery.

• Experience working with young people in an educational or similar setting.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• A calm, confident approach when managing groups and handling challenging situations.
• A proactive and reliable work ethic.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply through Reeson Education.

• Competitive daily rate of £90-£120 based on experience.
• Flexible full‑time and part‑time opportunities.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression into teaching roles.
• A structured and supportive school environment.
• The chance to gain valuable classroom experience and make a positive impact on students.

Please note:

This role requires strong safeguarding awareness. Successful applicants must meet all safer recruitment checks, including holding an enhanced DBS on the update service or being willing to apply for one.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

All daily/hours rates quoted include holiday pay %.