Full job descriptionFancy a role where no two days are quite the same?One minute you’re supporting a Year 7 English class, the next you’re helping a group of Year 10s stay focused during a science lesson.
If you’re confident, organised, and enjoy working with young people, becoming a Cover Supervisor could be the perfect next step.
We’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to support secondary schools across Barnsley. Whether you’re considering a future career in teaching, have experience working with young people, or simply enjoy helping students succeed, we’d love to hear from you.
What’s a Cover Supervisor?Think of yourself as the calm, confident presence that keeps learning on track when teachers are absent.
You’ll deliver pre-planned lessons, manage classroom behaviour, and ensure students stay engaged with their work. No lesson planning. No late-night marking. Just the opportunity to make a positive difference every day.
It’s a brilliant role for aspiring teachers, graduates, youth workers, sports coaches, teaching assistants, or anyone with experience supporting young people.
Your day-to-day responsibilitiesYou’ll be:
*Supervising whole classes during teacher absences
*Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials across a range of subjects
*Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment
*Encouraging students to stay focused and complete their work
*Supporting pupils with questions about the tasks set
*Reporting back to teaching staff at the end of lessons
*Building positive relationships with students and school staff
No need to be a subject specialist. Schools provide all lesson materials and guidance needed for each class.
The schoolsWe work with welcoming secondary schools that value the contribution Cover Supervisors make every day.
These schools are looking for people who can step into the classroom with confidence, build rapport quickly, and create a calm, productive learning environment.
Whether you’re looking for regular work in one school or flexible opportunities across multiple settings, we’ll help find the right fit for you.
We’d love to hear from you if you:*Have experience working with children or young people
*Are confident speaking in front of groups
*Can remain calm under pressure
*Have strong communication and organisational skills
*Are adaptable and happy working across different subjects
*Can build positive relationships with students and staff
*Are passionate about helping young people achieve their potential
This role could be ideal if you’ve worked as a:*Teaching Assistant
*Learning Support Assistant
*Sports Coach
*Youth Worker
*Tutor
*Mentor
*Graduate considering teacher training
*Education support worker
No classroom teaching qualification is required, although previous school experience is beneficial.
Why become a Cover Supervisor?Many of our Cover Supervisors go on to become teachers, teaching assistants, pastoral leaders, or education professionals.
The role gives you:
Valuable classroom experience
An opportunity to develop behaviour management skills
Insight into different schools and teaching styles
Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
A chance to make a genuine impact on young people’s education
And perhaps most importantly, you’ll discover whether a career in education feels right for you.
Why work through Protocol Education?We know stepping into a classroom for the first time can feel daunting. That’s why we’ll support you every step of the way.
When you join Protocol Education, you’ll receive:
Weekly PAYE pay, no umbrella companies
FREE access to our online CPD Academy
Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities in mainstream, SEND, and alternative settings
Streamlined registration and local bookings
Referral scheme rewards for recommending friends and colleagues
Thrive Training OpportunityAre you Thrive trained?
If not, we’ve got you covered.
Protocol Education offers FREE Thrive training to help you better understand behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and how to support young people effectively in the classroom. It’s a fantastic qualification that schools increasingly value and can help strengthen your future career opportunities.
Ready to step into the classroom?If you’re looking for a rewarding role where every day brings something different, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and discover where a career in education could take you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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