SEN Cover Supervisor - Smallfield

Teaching Personnel; Smallfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and professional development

Competitive salary

Health cash plan

Wellbeing support

£1 refer-a-friend bonus

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate SEN Cover Supervisor in Smallfield, Surrey. You will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring students receive support for their academic and personal development in a special needs school.

The ideal candidate will have experience with children with autism and communication needs and will manage classrooms effectively. The role offers the potential for ongoing training and a supportive working environment.

Competitive salary and attractive perks are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (e.g. ASD, SEMH).
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage classes in the absence of the teacher.
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and ensure students remain on task.
• Provide individual and small group support to students with SEN.

Skills

Behaviour management

Classroom supervision

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)

Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 TA or Cover Supervisor training)

Job description

SEN Cover Supervisor

Location: Smallfield, Surrey

Sector: SEN Support

Job Type: Full Time / Part-time

Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking a confident and compassionate SEN Cover Supervisor to join a special needs school in Reading supporting students with autism, communication needs, dyslexia, and anxiety‑related barriers to learning.

In this role, you will supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring continuity of learning while supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development in a structured and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage classes in the absence of the teacher
• Deliver pre-set lesson plans and ensure students remain on task
• Provide individual and small group support to students with SEN
• Support behaviour management in line with school policies
• Encourage positive engagement and participation in learning
• Assist with communication, social interaction, and independence skills
• Work closely with teaching staff and SENCO to support student progress

Skills & Qualifications

• GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)
• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN (e.g. ASD, SEMH)
• Strong behaviour management and classroom supervision skills
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and adaptable
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 TA or Cover Supervisor training) are desirable

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Why Join Us?

• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Competitive salary, pension, enhanced leave, and sick pay
• 24/7 GP access and health cash plan
• Wellbeing support, staff discounts, and financial perks
• £1 (Apply online only) refer‑a‑friend bonus

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.