SEN Cover Supervisor- Harrow

Protocol Education Ltd; Harrow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency is seeking an SEN Cover Supervisor for a 'Good' Ofsted-rated secondary school in Harrow. The role involves supporting students with additional needs, supervising classrooms during teacher absences, and managing behavior. Candidates should have experience with young people, ideally with a degree in Psychology or related fields. The position offers competitive pay ranging from £95 to £120 per day, alongside training opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to over 50 training courses

Dedicated personal consultant

Refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people is essential.
• Experience with SEN is highly desirable.
• A degree is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervising classes during teachers' short absences.
• Ensuring students with SEN are supported and engaged.
• Managing behavior effectively using school policy.
• Delivering pre-planned work and keeping students on task.
• Building rapport with hard-to-reach students.

Skills

Experience with young people

Knowledge of Special Educational Needs

Confident communication skills

Adaptability

Resilience

Patience

Education

Degree in Psychology, Sociology, or Education

Job description

Job Title: SEN Cover Supervisor Location: Harrow, North West London Contract: Full-time / Term Time Only Start Date: January 2026 Pay: £95 - £120 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a Psychology graduate looking for classroom experience? Or an experienced Teaching Assistant ready to step up into a leadership role?

Protocol Education is currently recruiting for an ambitious and resilient SEN Cover Supervisor to join a "Good" Ofsted-rated secondary school in Harrow.

The School

This is a fantastic, inclusive secondary school located in the heart of Harrow with excellent transport links. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, the school is renowned for its supportive leadership team and its dedication to student welfare. They have a well‑resourced SEN department and are looking for someone who can command a classroom while providing specific support to students with additional needs.

The Role

As an SEN Cover Supervisor, you will not just be "babysitting" a class. You will be a vital part of the learning process. Your main duties will include:

• Supervising whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers.

• Crucially: ensuring students with Special Educational Needs (ASD, ADHD, SEMH) are supported and engaged during these lessons.

• Managing behaviour effectively using the school’s positive behaviour policy.

• Delivering pre‑planned work and ensuring students remain on task.

• Building a rapport with hard‑to‑reach students to foster a safe learning environment.

Who We Are Looking For

• Experience: Previous experience working with young people (schools, youth work, coaching) is essential. Experience with SEN is highly desirable.

• Education: A degree (especially in Psychology, Sociology, or Education) is preferred but not mandatory.

• Personality: You must be confident, resilient, adaptable, and patient.

• Ambition: Ideally, you are someone looking to pursue a career in Educational Psychology or teaching in the future.

Why Choose Protocol Education?

• PAYE System: No umbrella companies! We pay you directly into your bank account, meaning no hidden fees.

• Competitive Rates: We ensure you are paid fairly for your work.

• Free CPD: Access to over 50 training courses to help you upskill (including Behaviour Management and Safeguarding).

• Refer a Friend: Earn £50 for every friend you refer to us.

• Personal Consultant: You will have a dedicated consultant who knows the Harrow area and will support you through the interview process.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a real difference in the lives of students in Harrow, we want to hear from you.

Please reply to this advert with your CV or contact Protocol Education on 0203 219 7731 for a confidential chat.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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