cover supervisor in Barnsley

Job Description

PK Education is looking for enthusiastic, experienced Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Barnsley. With opportunities across a range of welcoming school settings, this is a great chance to build on your experience and find work that suits your availability.

You’ll play an important role in keeping learning on track when teachers are absent, helping students stay focused, engaged and supported throughout the school day.

Your role will include:

• Supervising classes across Key Stages 3 and 4, ensuring students complete work set by their teacher.

• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a calm, positive learning environment.

• Giving clear instructions and supporting students with their learning.

• Working with subject departments and supporting the wider school team as needed.

• Following school policies to help maintain a safe, inclusive environment.

What we’re looking for:

• A minimum of one year’s experience as a Cover Supervisor in a school setting.

• Strong classroom management skills and confidence leading a class.

• A dependable, adaptable approach and clear communication skills.

• A commitment to helping young people succeed.

Whether you’re an experienced Cover Supervisor seeking regular work or an aspiring teacher with the required cover supervision experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Why choose PK Education?

Established in 2001, PK Education brings extensive education recruitment experience and a personal approach to helping you find the right role.

We offer:

• Competitive daily rates.

• Short-term and long-term opportunities to suit your availability.

• The chance to gain experience across different secondary schools.

• Ongoing guidance and support from a knowledgeable, dedicated team.

Ready for your next opportunity?

PK Education is committed to Safeguarding children and young people. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS Check that must be registered to the Update Service.