Cover Supervisor

Role: Cover Supervisor
Location: Croydon
Start Date: ASAP/September 2025
End Date: Negotiable
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Contract Type: Long-Term/Short-Term/Supply
Pay Scale: GBP90 - GBP110 per day depending on experience & Contract Type

Are you an enthusiastic and adaptable individual looking to make a difference in the education sector?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cover Supervisor to join our dynamic and supportive client school in Croydon . This role offers the chance to work alongside experienced educators, gain valuable classroom experience, and positively impact students learning experiences.

Here are some key responsibilities you would typically have as a Cover Supervisor:

• Supervising Classes: Oversee classes in the absence of the regular teacher, ensuring that students engage with the provided lesson plans.
• Maintaining Classroom Discipline: Establish and maintain a positive and orderly classroom environment, managing student behaviour and promoting respect.
• Supporting Student Learning: Provide support to students during lessons, helping them with tasks and ensuring they understand the work set by their teachers.
• Monitoring Progress: Observe and report on student behaviour and engagement, providing feedback to teachers regarding student progress and any issues that arise.
• Assisting with Lesson Preparation: Prepare classroom resources and materials as needed, ensuring that the classroom is ready for learning before the lesson begins.
• Conducting Assessments: Occasionally administer tests or assessments and assist with marking, under the direction of a teacher.
• Encouraging Participation: Foster a supportive learning environment by encouraging all students to participate actively in lessons and group activities.
• Liaising with Staff: Communicate effectively with teaching staff regarding the day s lessons, student needs, and any behavioural or academic concerns.
• Supporting Extracurricular Activities: Participate in and support extracurricular activities and school events, helping to promote a positive school culture.
• Adhering to Policies: Follow school policies and procedures, especially concerning safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour management.

The successful candidate for Cover Supervisor will have:

• A degree in any subject area, showcasing your commitment to academic excellence. Holding a degree at 2:2 or higher is preferred.
• Preferable previous experience of working in a school as TA/CS
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, allowing you to build positive relationships with students, teachers, and parents.
• An enthusiastic and proactive approach, demonstrating your passion for education and your willingness to go above and beyond to support student learning.
• Flexibility and adaptability, as you will be working across various subjects and supporting different teaching styles.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, contributing to a collaborative and supportive school environment.
• Enhanced DBS registered to the update service.

GSL Education offers:

1. Diverse Opportunities: GSL Education provides access to a variety of roles in different types of educational settings, from mainstream schools to special education and alternative provisions.
2. Support and Guidance: We will support you throughout the recruitment process, helping you refine your CV, prepare for interviews, and navigate compliance procedures.
3. Flexibility: Many positions offered through GSL Education can be flexible, including part-time, full-time, and temporary roles, which can suit various personal circumstances.
4. Commitment to Quality and Safeguarding: As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Croydon.
5. Professional Development: GSL Education may provide access to training and development opportunities, helping you to enhance your skills and advance your career in education.
6. Dedicated Consultant: GSL Education provides a dedicated consultant who will support you in sourcing your desirable role with the best pay rate.

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

For more information or to register your interest in the 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.