Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

Job Category: Cover Supervisor Secondary
Job Location: Barnsley South Yorkshire
Job Type: Full Time Long Term Ongoing Temp to Perm
Start Date: September 2025
Subject: KS3 KS4 Secondary
Role: Cover Supervisor

Here at Principal Resourcing, we offer a diverse, welcoming, and supportive educational experience for Support Staff seeking a new challenge.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cover Supervisor to join the staff team at one of our partnership Secondary Schools based in Barnsley (S73).

You will provide full-time teaching cover in the absence of the Class Teacher across a variety of KS3/4 subjects.

The role is expected to commence September 2025 and has the potential to become permanent for the right applicant.

The Secondary Academy is part of the Astrea Academy Trust, offering a diverse and challenging learning experience for students aged 11-16 years. They are seeking a passionate Cover Supervisor to join their staff team, enabling positive change and progression for all students.

We offer competitive rates of pay up to £100, depending on your experience and the role requirements.

 

Your role as a Cover Supervisor:

  • Deliver subjects in the teacher absence
  • Adapt to the diverse needs of students within your care.
  • Maintain strong classroom management & promote high standards for learning.
  • Support students to positively progress, through suitable intervention.
  • Collaborate effectively as part of a positive and child-centred staff team.

We are seeking applicants with:

  • A full and relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
  • Must hold GCSE Maths, English, Science (C or above) or equivalent
  • Confidence, inclusivity, and passion for supporting pupil progression.
  • Strong subject knowledge and familiarity with the UK Curriculum.
  • An enhanced DBS disclosure or be willing to obtain one through us.
  • Right to Work in the UK, unfortunately we are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

 

Why work with Principal Resourcing?

Work with the very best

A locally established agency trusted by many Schools, Academies, Colleges, and Nurseries across the region, due to our unfaltering commitment to providing the best service.

Feel valued

Work with a candidate-centred agency that puts you at the heart of everything we do.

Receive the best rates of pay

We guarantee to beat other agency rates.

Dedicated Consultant

Work alongside some of the most experienced education recruitment specialists in the area.

DfE approved compliance team

Seamless registration and clearance process to ensure you are working in the quickest possible time.

Continued accredited and nationally recognised CPD

We invest in our candidates we will ensure that your skills not only stay current but are updated along the way. By working with Principal Resourcing, you will have access to a portfolio of over 200 courses from a platform, nationally recognised by 45,092 Schools, Trusts, Nurseries and Colleges, free of charge.

Submit your application today and a member of our dedicated team will be in touch.

We look forward to welcoming you aboard the Principal Resourcing Team!

 

Principal Resourcing is an Education Recruitment Business having sought agreement from their clients to find candidates for these roles, in accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations Act (2003).

Principal Resourcing is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer. All positions advertised are temporary, unless otherwise stated.

Please note: If you have not heard from us within two weeks then your application may have been unsuccessful.

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