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Cover Supervisor

Reeson Education
Barnsley Contract GBP 23,400 – 31,200
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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(S75). This position suits someone adaptable, organised, and able to manage classroom behaviour while delivering pre-set work effectively.

About the Cover Supervisor Role:
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.

Key Responsibilities as Cover Supervisor:

  • 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.
To succeed as a Cover Supervisor, you will need:
  • 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.
Benefits as a Cover Supervisor:
  • 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.

As an ethical and independent recruitment agency, Reeson Education provide high-quality staff to schools across the UK.

For more information or to apply for the Cover Supervisor role, please contact:
Mitch Stringer

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We look forward to welcoming a dedicated Cover Supervisor to our team.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

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.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

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