Cover Supervisors wanted

Step into the classroom and make a real difference every day.

Are you confident, adaptable, and great at engaging young people? Whether you have experience in schools, sports coaching, youth work, tutoring, or leading groups, a Cover Supervisor role could be the ideal way to build your classroom experience and take the next step in education.

Hays Education is working with secondary schools across Sheffield who need enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors for flexible day-to-day assignments, with opportunities that can lead into longer-term placements.

• Supervising whole classes when the usual teacher is absent
• Delivering pre-planned lesson materials, with no planning or marking required
• Managing classes of secondary students aged 11-16
• Keeping students focused, engaged, and on task throughout the lesson
• Creating a calm, positive, and productive learning environment
• Following school behaviour policies and feeding back to staff where needed

You don't need to be a qualified teacher to succeed as a Cover Supervisor. We're looking for confident, professional people who enjoy working with young people and can take the lead in a busy classroom.

• Experience working with young people aged 11-16
• Sports coaching, youth work, mentoring, tutoring, or community leadership experience
• Previous school-based experience, such as teaching assistant or classroom support work
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to manage groups
• A flexible, reliable, and proactive approach

This role is ideal for aspiring teachers, graduates, experienced support staff, coaches, youth workers, or anyone who wants to gain valuable experience in secondary education.

• Flexible work to fit around your availability
• Opportunities across a range of Sheffield secondary schools
• Potential for long-term placements
• A fantastic route into teaching or wider education careers
• Support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant who understands local schools
• A rewarding role where every day brings something different

Sheffield and Surrounding areas,South Yorkshire