Cover Supervisor

Looking for a Cover Supervisor in Wakefield!

Job Title:

Cover Supervisor

Location:

Wakefield

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

Start Date:

Immediate

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

Are you someone who thrives in a school environment and has the presence to keep a classroom productive and on track?

GSL Education are seeking reliable and motivated Cover Supervisors to work in schools across Wakefield.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will step in during a teacher's absence to ensure lessons run smoothly, pupils stay focused, and pre-set work is completed effectively. It is a role that suits someone who enjoys working with young people, values structure, and wants to play a meaningful part in a school's day-to-day success.

• Supervise lessons across a range of subjects in the absence of the class teacher
• Manage the delivery of pre-prepared learning materials and keep students engaged throughout
• Maintain a positive, orderly, and inclusive classroom environment
• Handle pupil behaviour with consistency and in accordance with school policies
• Support and encourage students as they work through their set tasks
• Report any concerns, incidents, or issues promptly to the appropriate member of staff
• Contribute to a safe and respectful learning atmosphere for all pupils

• Experience in a school or youth-facing environment is desirable
• The confidence and composure to manage a classroom independently
• Excellent communication skills and a natural ability to connect with young people
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to adapt quickly when needed
• A reliable, flexible, and positive approach to every working day
• A sincere interest in supporting pupils' learning and overall wellbeing
• 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

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Hold an up-to-date CV with two references from the last 2 years
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education