SEN Cover Supervisor: Lead Classrooms & Training

Vision for Education Ltd; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Guaranteed Pay Scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development

AWR compliance

Refer-a-friend scheme

Dedicated consultant

Long-term / flexible work

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking Cover Supervisors and highly experienced Teaching Assistants to work across SEN schools in Somerset and the surrounding areas from October 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience in education or youth work to step into a lead classroom role—with full training and support provided.

As a Cover Supervisor in SEN settings, you will deliver pre-planned lessons, support SEND/SEMH needs in small groups or 1:1, promote positive behaviour, and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people in education, care, or youth settings.
• Confidence managing classroom behaviour in a positive, calm way.
• Understanding of SEND and SEMH needs, or willingness to learn.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships.
• Flexible, patient and resilient approach to challenges.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher.
• Support students with SEND and SEMH needs in small classes or one-to-one.
• Promote positive behaviour and a supportive learning environment.
• Work alongside experienced SEN professionals to ensure students feel safe, included, and engaged.

Skills

Classroom management

SEND/SEMH awareness

Communication skills

Relationship building

Flexibility & resilience

Youth work experience

Education

Degree or Level 3 qualification

Job description

Vision for Education is seeking Cover Supervisors and highly experienced Teaching Assistants to work across SEN schools in Somerset and the surrounding areas from October 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience in education or youth work to step into a lead classroom role—with full training and support provided.

As a Cover Supervisor in SEN settings, you will deliver pre-planned lessons, support SEND/SEMH needs in small groups or 1:1, promote positive behaviour, and