Cover Supervisor – Sheffield

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, confident and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join a supportive secondary school in Sheffield.

The successful candidate will supervise classes during the absence of teaching staff, ensuring students remain engaged with their work and that a positive, safe and productive learning environment is maintained.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their experience within education and progress towards a teaching career.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise students across a range of year groups and subjects.
• Deliver pre-prepared lessons and learning activities provided by teaching staff.
• Maintain a calm, positive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Follow school policies and procedures, particularly regarding behaviour and safeguarding.
• Support students with their learning and encourage positive engagement.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and fairly.
• Take attendance and maintain appropriate classroom records.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff regarding students' progress, behaviour and engagement.
• Ensure students complete the work set by their teachers.
• Support the wider school team with duties and activities when required.

About You

The ideal candidate will be:

• Confident and comfortable working with secondary-aged students.
• Reliable, organised and adaptable.
• Able to manage classroom behaviour effectively.
• A strong communicator with a professional approach.
• Calm and confident when dealing with challenging situations.
• Able to work independently while also being a strong team player.
• Passionate about supporting young people and their education.

Experience

Previous experience working in a school, college, youth setting or similar environment is desirable but not essential.

Graduates, Teaching Assistants and individuals considering a career in teaching are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Experience across different subjects and year groups.
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to students' education.

How to Apply

If you are a confident and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding Cover Supervisor opportunity in Sheffield, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Job Title: Cover Supervisor
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire