Cover Supervisor

Prospero Teaching Birmingham; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching Birmingham is seeking confident Cover Supervisors to support pupils with additional needs in Solihull SEN settings on a long-term basis. You will supervise classes, deliver pre-planned lessons, and help pupils with ASC, ADHD, SEMH.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, behaviour management, and collaboration with SENCOs and staff. An enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply) and two professional references are required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school, SEN setting, youth work, or care environment.
• Strong understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and other SEND requirements.
• Be patient, resilient, and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Possess excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Hold an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.
• Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
• Provide two professional child-related references covering at least the last two years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage classes during the absence of the regular teacher.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure students remain engaged in learning.
• Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, MLD, and Communication & Interaction Needs.
• Manage behaviour effectively, following the school's policies and procedures.
• Create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of pupils and encourage participation.
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and support staff to ensure continuity of learning.
• Support students' social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Record and report on student engagement, behaviour, and progress where required.

Skills

Classroom management

SEND experience

Communication skills

Adaptability

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Solihull

Are you a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? Prospero Teaching is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisors to work within specialist SEN schools and provisions across the Solihull area on a long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to support pupils with a range of special educational needs while gaining valuable experience in a rewarding and supportive educational setting.

The Role

• Supervise and manage classes during the absence of the regular teacher.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure students remain engaged in learning.
• Support pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, MLD, and Communication & Interaction Needs.
• Manage behaviour effectively, following the school's policies and procedures.
• Create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of pupils and encourage participation.
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and support staff to ensure continuity of learning.
• Support students' social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Record and report on student engagement, behaviour, and progress where required.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Have previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school, SEN setting, youth work, or care environment.
• Demonstrate confidence managing a classroom and supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Have a strong understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and other SEND requirements.
• Be patient, resilient, and adaptable in challenging situations.
• Possess excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Hold an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.

To Be Eligible for This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold an enhanced Child Barred List DBS certificate registered with the Online Update Service, or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional child-related references covering at least the last two years.

Why Join Prospero Teaching

• Long-term opportunities within specialist SEN schools and provisions across Solihull.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people with additional needs.