SEN Cover Supervisor

Prospero Teaching; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an SEN Cover Supervisor in Rochdale. This full-time role involves managing classroom behavior, supporting students with special educational needs, and delivering pre-set work in a supportive environment. Candidates must have experience in SEND settings, a calm approach, and a passion for inclusive education. Salary ranges from £110-£150 per day based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working in SEND or specialist school settings.
• Confidence in managing a classroom and supporting students with EHCPs.
• An understanding of supporting pupils with autism, complex needs, or physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-set work across a range of subjects.
• Maintain a calm and inclusive learning environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.

Skills

Behaviour management

Classroom management

Supporting students with special needs

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

SEN Cover Supervisor

Area: Rochdale, Manchester
Start Date: ASAP / November 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive £110-£150 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm

About the school

We're working with a brilliant specialist school that supports students aged 11-19 with a range of complex learning needs, autism, and physical or sensory impairments. The team is warm, welcoming, and focused on creating a safe, inclusive space where students can truly thrive.

Are you confident managing a classroom and passionate about supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

We're looking for a committed SEN Cover Supervisor to join a supportive specialist school setting where every child is given the opportunity to thrive.

Role and responsibilities

• This role involves delivering pre-set work across a range of subjects, maintaining a calm and inclusive learning environment, and managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• You'll work closely with SEN teachers and support staff to ensure learners feel safe, engaged, and understood.

What we are looking for

• Experience working in SEND or specialist school settings
• Confidence in managing a classroom and supporting students with EHCPs
• A calm, adaptable approach with strong behaviour management skills
• An understanding of supporting pupils with autism, complex needs, or physical disabilities
• A passion for inclusive education and promoting student independence

Eligibility to work

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service OR be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional child related references

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero. Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.

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