Secondary Cover Supervisor

  • GSL Education - Nottingham
  • Woodthorpe, Nottinghamshire
  • Apr 02, 2026
Seasonal Education

Job Description

Job Title: Secondary Cover Supervisor
Location: Nottingham
Salary: £100 £130 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long Term, Full-time / Part-time

Are you confident leading a classroom and supporting students in a secondary school setting?

GSL Education are seeking reliable and enthusiastic Secondary Cover Supervisors to work in schools across Nottingham.

As a Secondary Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain engaged with their learning and lessons are delivered effectively using pre-set materials.

Responsibilities of a Secondary Cover Supervisor:

  • Supervise classes across a range of subjects during teacher absences
  • Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and ensure students stay on task
  • Maintain a positive, focused, and productive classroom environment
  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies
  • Support students in completing their work and learning activities
  • Provide guidance and assistance where needed during lessons
  • Report any behavioural issues or concerns to relevant staff
  • Ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students

Requirements of a Secondary Cover Supervisor:

  • Experience working with children or young people is desirable
  • Confidence in managing a classroom environment
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • The ability to follow lesson plans and instructions effectively
  • A flexible and proactive approach to working in schools
  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.

As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Secondary Cover Supervisor role, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.