Cover Supervisor

Academics Ltd; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor in Leighton Buzzard. This role focuses on engaging students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs through sport and activity-based learning. Ideal candidates will have strong behaviour management skills and a passion for making a difference. Competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Supportive environment

Ongoing training opportunities

Pathway to higher roles

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or within a school, coaching, or youth setting.
• A strong interest in mental health, resilience, and positive behaviour support.
• Confident, adaptable, and committed to making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Encourage students to engage in learning through structure and motivation.

Skills

Behaviour management

Sports coaching

Youth mentoring

Emotional regulation

Job description

Are you an experienced SEN or SEMH Teaching Assistant looking for a role that offers flexibility, consistency, and the chance to make a real impact?

If you're ready to take on a fulfilling challenge as a Cover Supervisor, apply today and use your passion for sport to make a real impact on the lives of young learners.

Cover Supervisor - SEMH School Sports-Focused Opportunity

Location: Leighton Buzzard

Salary: 130 - 150 per day

Start Date: Immediate Start

Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only

Sector: Education and Training

We're working with a fantastic SEMH specialist school in Leighton Buzzard seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join their team. This role is ideal for someone with strong behaviour management skills, an enthusiasm for sport, and a genuine interest in the education sector.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor in Leighton Buzzard, you'll be responsible for delivering pre-planned lessons, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and encouraging students to engage in learning through structure, motivation, and consistency.

This Cover Supervisor role in Leighton Buzzard will particularly suit individuals who:

• Have a background in sports coaching, physical education, or youth mentoring.
• Enjoy working with students who have Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs.
• Are confident managing behaviour and promoting emotional regulation through sport and activity-based learning.
• You'll be supported by a collaborative team that values wellbeing, inclusion, and professional development within the education and training environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with young people or within a school, coaching, or youth setting.
• A strong interest in mental health, resilience, and positive behaviour support.
• Confident, adaptable, and committed to making a difference in Leighton Buzzard SEMH community.
• A passion for physical activity and the ability to use sport to motivate and inspire learners.

Why Join This SEMH School?

• Competitive pay of 130 - 150 per day.
• A supportive, inclusive environment where every day brings new challenges and rewards.
• Ongoing education and training opportunities to help you develop your classroom and leadership skills.
• The chance to grow into higher-level teaching or pastoral roles with experience.

Apply now to join this dedicated SEMH school community and start your journey in education.