SEN Cover Manager - School Operations & Timetables

Remedy Recruitment Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Manager for a forward-thinking SEN school in Southwark, starting January 2026. This full-time role involves coordinating staff cover and ensuring classroom support during teacher absences. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and previous experience in cover supervision or school operations. The position offers competitive pay and ongoing training. Applicants must be adaptable and effective communicators in a fast-paced educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Highly supportive school environment

Ongoing training and progression

Guidance from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in cover supervision or school operations is preferred.
• Ability to maintain behaviour expectations and create a positive classroom environment.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with staff and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate staff absence information and arrange cover supervisors.
• Manage the daily cover rota and provide cover support when necessary.
• Ensure lessons run smoothly during teacher absences.

Skills

Strong organisation and admin skills

Experience with cover supervision or school scheduling

Confident classroom presence and behaviour management ability

Calm, solution-focused approach

Excellent communication skills

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Manager for a forward-thinking SEN school in Southwark, starting January 2026. This full-time role involves coordinating staff cover and ensuring classroom support during teacher absences. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and previous experience in cover supervision or school operations. The position offers competitive pay and ongoing training. Applicants must be adaptable and effective communicators in a fast-paced educational environment.