Cover Supervisor
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £110 - £130 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | S70 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 6 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: Cover
Supervisor
Location: Barnsley
Start Date:
September 2026
S
alary:
£110-£130 per day (Depending on experience)
Are you confident delivering set work to pupils in an engaging teaching style?
Are you
a people
person who
has a
knowledgeable
background
with challenging
behaviour
?
Do you have experience in mentoring, tutoring, teaching, or education?
TeacherActive are proud to be working with several fantastic mainstream secondary schools in Barnsley who are always on the lookout for dedicated Cover Supervisors to work on a part time or full time basis. I am looking for Cover Supervisors who are confident Covering and managing a classroom, delivering work set by the Teacher and ensuring pupils are engaged - managing any potential challenging behaviours that may arise effectively and according to the School policies.
Our
amazing Cover Supervisor
will be
someone who:
Is h
ighly
organised
Has brilliant a
ttention to detail
Has
e
xcellent communication skills
Is flexible
Is p
atient
Loves working with young people
Can work well as part of a team
The responsibilities of a Cover Supervisor include but are not limited
to
:
Covering pre-planned lessons across a multitude of subjects
Manag
ing
the classroom and supervis
ing
pupils
Help
ing
pupils carry out pre-arranged tasks and exercises set out by the teacher
Respond
ing
to pupil’s questions and help
ing
with their
set
work
Collect
ing
all completed work at the end of the class
to be passed on to the teacher
Report
ing
back to the teacher or staff about the
behaviour
of the class and work carried out according to the school’s procedure and processes
Deal
ing
with any immediate issues such as emergencies in complete accordance with the school’s procedures and policies
In return, the successful teacher will receive
/have access to
:
A team of dedicated consultants ready to answer any questions and
assist
you with an easy onboarding process
TeacherActive
referral scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and conditions apply*
Market leading rates of pay
CPD Courses as part of the My-Progression channel
Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
Possible qualifications
required
are
Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools, Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, or Level 3 Certificate in Cover Supervision of Pupils in Schools. These are desired but not essential.
If you believe you are the right fit for the
role
please contact
David Hague on
0114 321 0757 or
david.hague@teacheractive.com or apply now and I will contact you.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
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