Cover Supervisor - Surrey

Teaching Personnel; Smallfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Pension

Health plan

24/7 GP access

Staff discounts

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a confident SEN Cover Supervisor for a special needs school in Surrey. The role involves supervising classes during teacher absences and supporting students with autism, communication needs, dyslexia, and anxiety-related barriers to learning.

You will deliver pre-set plans, provide individual and small group support, and assist with behaviour management in a structured environment. Immediate start and ongoing training are included.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above).
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (e.g. ASD, SEMH).
• Strong behaviour management and classroom supervision skills.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and adaptable.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 TA or Cover Supervisor training) are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage classes in the absence of the teacher.
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and ensure students remain on task.
• Provide individual and small group support to students with SEN.
• Support behaviour management in line with school policies.
• Encourage positive engagement and participation in learning.
• Assist with communication, social interaction, and independence skills.
• Work closely with teaching staff and SENCO to support student progress.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Calm under pressure

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Cover Supervisor

Location: Smallfield, Surrey

Sector: SEN Support

Job Type: Full Time, long-term, and short-term roles available

Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking a confident and compassionate SEN Cover Supervisor to join a special needs school in Surrey supporting students with autism, communication needs, dyslexia, and anxiety‑related barriers to learning.

In this role, you will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring continuity of learning while supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development in a structured and nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage classes in the absence of the teacher
• Deliver pre‑set lesson plans and ensure students remain on task
• Provide individual and small group support to students with SEN
• Support behaviour management in line with school policies
• Encourage positive engagement and participation in learning
• Assist with communication, social interaction, and independence skills
• Work closely with teaching staff and SENCO to support student progress

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (e.g. ASD, SEMH)
• Strong behaviour management and classroom supervision skills
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and adaptable
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 TA or Cover Supervisor training) are desirable

Benefits and Further Information

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Competitive salary, pension, enhanced leave, and sick pay
• 24/7 GP access and health cash plan
• Wellbeing support, staff discounts, and financial perks
• £1,000 refer‑a‑friend bonus
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
• This advert is for a temporary position; the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
• Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. We also provide FREE child protection and prevent duty training, and all candidates must have a valid DBS check. Full assistance is provided.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Teaching Personnel website for details.