Cover Supervisor

Oasis Community Learning do; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused academic institution in Sheffield is seeking a Cover Supervisor to deliver pre-prepared lessons across various subjects. This role requires strong classroom management skills and the ability to adapt to changing situations while maintaining a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Maths & English, a Level 3 qualification, and a commitment to enhancing students' educational experiences. Join a diverse and caring community at Oasis Academy Don Valley, where your impact can make a genuine difference.

Benefits

Exceptional personal development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to make a positive impact

Qualifications

• Experience in de-escalation techniques and commitment to professional development.
• Ability to motivate and challenge students while promoting good progress.
• Reliability and resilience in facing challenges.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across various subjects.
• Maintain order and create a positive learning environment.
• Respond to changing situations calmly and confidently.
• Work collaboratively with team members to enhance student experience.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Strong communication

Motivation and inspiration

Education

GCSEs in Maths & English

Level 3 NQF qualification

Job description

* Cover SupervisorNEWFast Apply# Cover SupervisorEmployerLocation: Sheffield, South YorkshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: OCL Scale 4 SCP 7-12Posted: 4th February 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 18th March 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1532926Job Reference: CoverStart Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Contract Length: Permanent* Job ID: 1532926* Share :Super Heroes have to think on their feet, adapt to changing situations, be super organised, and ready for the unexpected.So does a Cover Supervisor in a busy school where short-term absences of classroom teachers demand a quick, confident, and ready response.At Oasis Academy Don Valley, we’re looking for someone who can step in at a moment’s notice, keep students engaged, and make sure learning never stops, even when plans change.If you want to make a genuine, positive impact on young lives, we can help you get there.At Oasis Academy Don Valley, you’ll join a values-driven, inclusive community in a modern Olympic Legacy Park campus, where your career can grow, and your impact on young lives is clear every day.**We offer:**Exceptional personal development opportunities within our Academy and across our networkInvestment in your training and career progressionA motivated, supportive, and ambitious team environmentThe personal reward and satisfaction of knowing you’re making a difference every single dayThe RoleEven the best-planned days can go awry, that’s where you come in.**You’ll:**Deliver pre-prepared lessons across various year groups and subjectsMaintain order, keep students on task, and create a positive learning environmentRespond to changing situations with calm, confidence, and adaptabilityWork collaboratively with our team to ensure every student gets the best possible experienceNo two days will be the same, making this a role that’s both varied and rewarding.**What We’re Looking For*** GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths & English and a Level 3 NQF qualification* Experience in de-escalation techniques and a commitment to ongoing professional development* The ability to inspire, motivate, and challenge students while promoting good progress* A calm, authoritative communication style and strong classroom management skills* Organisational skills, adaptability, and resilience in the face of challenges* Ideally, experience in a care or pastoral role* Above all – reliability, motivation, and the heart of a real-life Super HeroOasis Academy Don Valley is a co-educational all-through Academy in Sheffield, welcoming students from Reception through to Year 11. This seamless journey creates a strong sense of continuity, belonging, and shared purpose. We are proud to have been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, reflecting our consistent delivery of high-quality teaching, effective leadership, and excellent pastoral care.We celebrate diversity and place the attainment and personal growth of every child at the heart of what we do. Our academy thrives as a multi-cultural hub of learning, full of different thinkers, burgeoning potential, and vibrant ideas. With fantastic facilities and a dedicated team of professional educators and support staff, we create an environment where every student can flourish.If you’re driven to change lives for the better, we’d love to welcome you to our team.### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Don Valley is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy Don ValleyPart of### Oasis Community Learning