Cover supervisor (SEND provision)

Five Education; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education provider in Gloucester is seeking a dedicated SEND cover supervisor. This role involves delivering pre-prepared lessons in a supportive environment for children with special educational needs. Candidates should demonstrate classroom management experience and a passionate approach to supporting student learning. Flexible training and support opportunities are available.

Benefits

Free specialized training

Free DBS check

Bonus for recommending a friend

Specialist mentoring support

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or education setting.
• Passionate about providing a supportive learning environment.
• Willingness to work with SEND pupils.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-prepared lessons across subjects.
• Foster a supportive atmosphere for learning.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively.

Skills

Classroom management

Support for SEND pupils

Collaboration with staff

Job description

Overview

Do you have experience leading a classroom and a passion for supporting the learning of children with SEND?

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic SEND cover supervisor to join our hard-working, dedicated team. This role involves delivering pre-prepared lessons across a variety of subjects in the absence of the designated class teacher.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently deliver pre-prepared lessons to classes in a variety of subjects.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for learning.
• Handle classroom behaviour with care and effectiveness.
• Provide both academic and pastoral support, tailored to individual student needs.
• Collaborate closely with teaching assistants, SENCOs, and other staff to maintain consistent support for all learners.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience working in a school or education setting.
• Experience working with SEND pupils is desired but not essential.
• A passion for providing the best possible learning environment for students.
• A patient, caring approach to teaching.

Essential requirements

• Right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
• Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
• Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one.

What Five Education can offer you

• Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more.
• Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days).
• Recommending a friend bonus scheme.
• Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working.

How to apply

If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Joseph at (phone number removed). We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.

Pay and Vetting

Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.

Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.

Equal opportunities

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.

Contact Joseph on (phone number removed) / (url removed)