SEN Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate SEN Cover Supervisor to join a nurturing educational environment. This part-time role in Christchurch allows you to support students aged 11 to 16, helping them thrive through a tailored, therapeutic approach to learning. You will work alongside a dedicated team, fostering trust and independence among pupils with additional social, emotional, and mental health needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in young people's lives and enjoy a flexible working environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Ongoing training and professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive weekly pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, especially those with SEN or SEMH needs.
• Strong communication skills and adaptability in classroom dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning during staff absences across the school day.
• Lead sessions, encourage engagement, and manage classroom behaviour.

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Patience

Ability to build trust

Adaptability

Education

Relevant qualifications for working with SEN

Job description

Inspire Young Minds in a Unique Learning Environment

We are looking for a compassionate and confident SEN Cover Supervisor to join a specialist education setting in Christchurch, supporting students aged 11 to 16. This part-time role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people who benefit from a tailored, therapeutic approach to learning.

The setting is a supportive and well-respected alternative provision that prides itself on its nurturing, inclusive atmosphere. Staff here work with a shared vision: to create meaningful outcomes for students who may have experienced challenges in mainstream education. You’ll be working alongside a team that values empathy, resilience, and creativity, supporting pupils with additional social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Your Role as a SEN Cover Supervisor

In this varied role, you’ll step in to support teaching and learning during staff absences across the school day. You’ll lead sessions, encourage engagement, manage classroom behaviour, and help pupils develop confidence and independence.

This Could Be the Perfect Role for You If You:

1. Have experience working with young people, especially those with SEN or SEMH needs
2. Are calm, patient, and able to build trust with students
3. Have strong communication skills and can adapt to different classroom dynamics
4. Want to make a genuine difference in a supportive school community

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

Working with Teaching Personnel gives you access to fantastic benefits, including:

1. A dedicated consultant to support your journey
2. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
3. Flexible working arrangements to suit your schedule
4. Competitive weekly pay
5. A variety of roles to match your experience and aspirations

If you’re passionate about supporting young people and looking for a role where every day counts, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and start making a real difference in a school that truly values your contribution.

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