Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisors – Secondary Schools
Location: South Yorkshire (Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster)
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Contract: Flexible (Full-time/Part-time/Ad-hoc supply)
Salary: £90 – £110 per day (depending on experience and placement)
Start Date: September 2025

Are you looking to gain classroom experience, develop your confidence in a school setting, or take your first steps into a teaching career?
Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to work across a range of Secondary Schools in South Yorkshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with experience working with young people to gain hands-on experience in the classroom.

The Role:

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Deliver pre-set lessons and supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher

• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure pupils remain engaged with the work provided

• Provide support to students as needed and liaise with teaching staff

• Report back to staff on behaviour and progress

We’re Looking For:

• Strong communication and behaviour management skills

• Confidence working with secondary-aged students (11–16)

• Flexibility, reliability, and a positive attitude

• Experience working in schools or with young people is desirable but not essential

• A degree or Level 3 qualification is advantageous, but not required

Benefits of Working with Teaching Personnel:

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE

• Flexibility to work around your availability and preferred locations

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

• Opportunities for training and development, including CPD courses and behaviour management workshops

• Ideal preparation for those considering a career in teaching