Cover Supervisor

Prospero Teaching; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency in the UK seeks a Cover Supervisor to creatively support students in a specialist school. This full-time role involves delivering engaging lessons, working closely with SEN teachers, and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in the arts or education and be passionate about inclusive education. Salary ranges from £600 to £750 per week, depending on experience and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Hold Right to Work in the UK.
• Hold enhanced child barred list DBS certificate or willing to process a new application.
• Two professional references from child related roles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set work creatively and engagingly.
• Support SEN teachers and create a positive classroom environment.
• Inspire and encourage student learning.

Skills

Background in the arts or performance

Experience supporting in schools

Creative and adaptable approach

Interest in SEN or mental health

Job description

Cover Supervisor

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

Area: Oldham, Greater Manchester

Start Date: Monday 1st December 2025

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £600 - £750 per week (dependent on performance, experience and responsibilities)

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

About the school

We're working with some brilliant specialist schools supporting students aged 5-19 with a range of complex learning needs, autism, and physical or sensory impairments.

About the role 🎭 Ideal for Performers

In this role, you'll bring learning to life by delivering pre-set work in a creative and engaging way—helping every student feel supported, included, and inspired. Working closely with SEN teachers and support staff, you'll play a key part in creating a calm, positive classroom environment where learners can thrive. Whether it's sparking curiosity, encouraging progress, or simply bringing a smile to someone's day, your presence will make a real impact.

What We're Looking For

• A background in the arts, performance, or education would be highly beneficial
• Previous experience supporting in schools
• A background in education or a related field would be beneficial
• A creative, empathetic, and adaptable approach to engaging students with varying
• An interest in SEN, mental health, or inclusive education (experience is a bonus, not a must)

To be eligible you must

• Hold 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
• Two professional references from child related roles
• 📝 If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV.

Additional Information

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

You must have passed safeguarding and vetting checks with Prospero.