Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor – Sheffield | Regular Secondary Supply

Location: Sheffield
Start Date: ASAP / November 2026
Contract: Flexible Supply – Full-time or Part-time
Salary: Competitive Daily Rates

Looking for regular work in Sheffield secondary schools without committing to a permanent contract?

PK Education are recruiting confident and reliable Cover Supervisors to work across a network of secondary schools throughout Sheffield.

With the autumn term well underway, schools are increasingly looking for dependable Cover Supervisors who can step into the classroom, maintain high expectations and keep students learning when their usual teacher is absent.

Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor looking for more consistent work or someone with relevant classroom experience ready to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you.

What Will You Be Doing?

Supervising pre-planned lessons across KS3 and KS4

Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment

Ensuring students remain engaged and complete their assigned work

Supporting students with questions and classroom activities

Following school policies and safeguarding procedures

Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons

Who Are We Looking For?

Experienced Cover Supervisors

Teaching Assistants ready to progress

Graduates with relevant experience working with young people

Sports coaches, youth workers and mentors

Unqualified teachers with secondary classroom experience

You'll Need:

Confidence managing groups of secondary-aged students

Strong communication and behaviour management skills

A reliable, professional and adaptable approach

Experience supporting children or young people

Availability during school hours

An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Why Work With PK Education?

Established education recruitment agency since 2005

Competitive daily rates

Opportunities for regular weekly bookings

Flexible working days to suit your availability

Experience across a variety of Sheffield secondary schools

Dedicated support from an experienced local consultant

Potential opportunities for longer-term placements

We understand that great Cover Supervisors want more than just occasional bookings. We aim to build long-term relationships with our candidates and match them with schools where they can thrive.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're confident in the classroom and looking for regular secondary supply work in Sheffield, we'd love to speak with you