Join Our Own Supply Pool at Oasis Academy Don Valley!
Are you an adaptable, confident professional looking to make a real difference in the classroom? Oasis Academy Don Valley is building its own dedicated team of Cover Supervisors, and we’d love you to be part of it!
This is your opportunity to work within a supportive, vibrant school community where your contribution is valued and your development is encouraged. As part of our in house supply pool, you’ll benefit from consistent work, a welcoming team, and the chance to build strong relationships with staff and students alike.
If you’re passionate about education, enjoy working with young people, and are ready to step into a rewarding role, we want to hear from you.
Who would make a great Cover Supervisor?
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Graduates looking to gain valuable classroom experience before starting teacher training
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Individuals considering a career in teaching, education, or youth work
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Experienced teaching assistants ready to take the next step
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Professionals with transferable skills from care, coaching, mentoring, or leadership roles
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Anyone who is confident, organised, and enjoys working with young people in a fast-paced environment
Join our supply pool and benefit from:
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Flexible working – choose when and how often you work
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Advance access - You’ll receive priority access to available shifts ahead of agency workers.
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The opportunity to gain valuable experience across an all-through academy
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Access to a supportive, motivated, and ambitious team environment
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The chance to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives every day
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Enrolment into a pension scheme
The Role
No two days are ever the same, making this a varied and rewarding opportunity. You will:
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Deliver pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects and year groups
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Maintain a positive learning environment and keep students on task
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Adapt quickly to changing situations with confidence and professionalism
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Work collaboratively with staff to support continuity of learning
What We’re Looking For
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GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English, plus a Level 3 qualification
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Strong classroom management skills and a calm, confident communication style
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The ability to engage, motivate, and challenge students
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Excellent organisational skills, adaptability, and resilience
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Experience in de-escalation techniques and a commitment to professional development
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Ideally, experience in a care, education, or pastoral role
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Above all, reliability, flexibility, and a proactive attitude
About Us
Oasis Academy Don Valley is a co-educational all-through Academy in Sheffield, serving students from Reception through to Year 11. We celebrate diversity and place the personal development and achievement of every child at the heart of our work. With a vibrant, multi-cultural community, excellent facilities, and a dedicated staff team, we provide an environment where both students, and staff, can thrive.
If you’re ready to work flexibly while making a real impact, we’d love you to join our supply team.
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.
