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Hays Specialist Recruitment - Education; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Cheshire East seeks a Cover Supervisor to support students aged 7 to 17 with additional needs. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment where the focus is on emotional wellbeing and individualised learning. As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absences and engage with students to keep them on task, fostering an inclusive atmosphere.

Benefits

Full training and ongoing professional development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in educational or care settings.
• Confidence in managing classroom behavior.
• Genuine interest in supporting students with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes during teacher absences.
• Ensure students remain engaged with pre-set work.
• Support students with emotional and social challenges.

Skills

Classroom management

Support for additional needs

Communication

Calm demeanor

Adaptability

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Cheshire East
Permanent Full-time September Start

Your New Job

You will be joining a specialist school in the Cheshire East area as a Cover Supervisor, supporting students aged 7 to 17 with a range of additional needs including autism and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. This is a permanent, full-time position starting in September 2025. You will be responsible for supervising classes during teacher absences, ensuring students remain on task and engaged with pre-set work.

Your New Company

This well-established and supportive school provides a therapeutic and nurturing environment for children and young people with additional needs. The school is committed to helping students thrive both academically and personally, with a strong emphasis on emotional wellbeing, structure, and individualised support. Hays Education is proud to be working in partnership with the school to recruit for this role.

What You Need to Succeed

• Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational or care setting
• Confidence in managing classroom behaviour and following lesson plans
• A calm, patient, and adaptable approach
• A genuine interest in supporting students with additional needs
• A minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)

What You'll Get in Return

• A permanent role in a welcoming and inclusive school
• Full training and ongoing professional development
• A chance to make a real difference in students' lives
• Competitive salary and benefits package

What You Need to Do Now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Amy at Hays Education directly.

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