SEN Cover Supervisor - Calm, Engaging Classroom Support

Hanson Recruitment Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top rates of pay

Ongoing support

Term-time work

Time-off during exam/holiday periods

Dedicated education consultant support

Referral scheme

Job summary

Hanson Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting a Cover Supervisor with SEN experience to work in SOUTH-WEST SEN settings, including resource bases and SEN schools. You will supervise classes during teacher absences and ensure students stay engaged in learning within a calm, structured environment.

Key requirements include demonstrated SEN experience, ability to manage behaviour, patience, and strong communication. Degree holders with SEND training or Team Teach are desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN in a school or specialist setting.
• Confident managing classroom behaviour using positive behaviour strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver learning activities, differentiating for students' needs.
• Supervise classes during short-term teacher absences.
• Deliver pre-set work and keep students on task.
• Provide targeted support for students with SEN and adapt approaches as needed.
• Support students with SEN to fulfil their academic potential.
• Keep records and evaluate students' progress; assist with support plans.

Skills

SEN experience

classroom management

communication skills

patience & empathy

Education

Degree

SEND training

Team Teach

Job description

Hanson Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting a Cover Supervisor with SEN experience to work in SOUTH-WEST SEN settings, including resource bases and SEN schools. You will supervise classes during teacher absences and ensure students stay engaged in learning within a calm, structured environment.

Key requirements include demonstrated SEN experience, ability to manage behaviour, patience, and strong communication. Degree holders with SEND training or Team Teach are desirable.