Cover Supervisor PRU

Talent Recruitment Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor for a Pupil Referral Unit in Oldham. The role involves supervising classes during teacher absence and supporting pupils with emotional and behavioral needs. Ideal candidates should have experience working with challenging behavior and a resilient approach. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a real difference in students' lives. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Ongoing support from experienced professionals

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• Experience working with challenging behaviour, PRUs, SEND, SEMH, or similar settings.
• Strong ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils and deliver pre-set lessons.
• Manage and respond confidently to challenging behaviour.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Support pupils with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Maintain a safe, calm, and structured learning environment.

Skills

Strong behaviour management

De-escalation skills

Empathy

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Pupil Referral Unit (PRU)

📍 Oldham | 🕒 Full-Time | 📅 Start: Monday 19th January or ASAP

Are you calm under pressure, resilient, and passionate about making a real difference to young people who need it most? We are seeking a dedicated and confident Cover Supervisor to join a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Oldham on a full-time basis.

This is a rewarding and challenging role supporting pupils with severe behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties, many of whom require strong structure, consistency, and positive role modelling to re‑engage with education.

The Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes during teacher absence, delivering pre‑planned work, and maintaining a safe and structured learning environment. You will play a key role in supporting pupils' behaviour, de‑escalating challenging situations, and building positive relationships that help students succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils and deliver pre‑set lessons
• Manage and respond confidently to challenging behaviour
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Support pupils with emotional and behavioural needs
• Maintain a safe, calm, and structured learning environment
• Follow safeguarding, behaviour, and PRU policies at all times

Requirements

• Experience working with challenging behaviour, PRUs, SEND, SEMH, youth work, or similar settings (essential)
• Strong behaviour management and de‑escalation skills
• A resilient, patient, and empathetic approach
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high‑pressure situations
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

What's On Offer

• A full‑time, long‑term position with the potential for permanence
• Competitive daily pay
• Ongoing support from experienced education professionals
• A chance to make a genuine, lasting impact on young people's lives
• Immediate start available

If you're looking for a meaningful role where no two days are the same, and where your work truly matters, we would love to hear from you.