SEND Cover Supervisor

Supply Desk; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency in the Medway area is seeking an experienced Cover Supervisor to support students with special educational needs and disabilities. This full-time role involves delivering and adapting lessons in a dedicated SEND school. Candidates should have experience working with children and possess excellent classroom management skills. Competitive pay rates of £90 to £130 per day, depending on experience.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Dedicated consultant support

FREE access to CPD and SEND-specific training

Referral bonuses

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEND in a specialist setting.
• Proven ability to lead lessons independently.
• A valid, enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and adapt pre-planned lessons.
• Create a safe and engaging learning environment.
• Manage classroom behaviour according to school policies.

Skills

Experience working with children and young people with SEND

Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills

Confidence in working across primary and secondary key stages

Nurturing and proactive approach

Job description

Cover Supervisor SEND Specialist

Location: Rochester (Medway Area)

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Position

Start Date: ASAP

Supply Desk are proud to be working in partnership with a fantastic specialist SEND school in Rochester, who are seeking an experienced and confident Cover Supervisor or HLTA to join their dedicated team. This full-time, long-term opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting students with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities, across both primary and secondary phases.

About the Role:

You will be responsible for delivering and adapting pre-planned lessons to suit the individual needs of learners in a supportive, specialist provision. This is a dynamic and rewarding role where strong classroom management and the ability to tailor your approach are key to student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects and key stages (Primary and Secondary)
• Adapting content to meet the needs of students with a range of SEND, including autism, SEMH, MLD, and complex needs
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with the school's policies and ethos
• Working closely with support staff and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students
• Providing constructive feedback to teaching staff on student engagement and progress

Requirements

• Experience working with children and young people with SEND, ideally in a specialist setting
• Proven ability to lead or supervise lessons independently
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• A flexible, nurturing, and proactive approach to supporting students
• Confidence in working across both primary and secondary key stages
• A valid, enhanced DBS check on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Join Supply Desk?

• Competitive daily pay rates: £90 £130 (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• FREE access to CPD and SEND-specific training opportunities
• Referral bonuses for recommending colleagues and friends
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a supportive SEND school environment

Whether you're an experienced Cover Supervisor or HLTA with a passion for SEND, or looking to gain more specialist experience before pursuing a teaching qualification, we would love to hear from you!

To Apply:

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and adhere to Safer Recruitment practices.

Supply Desk is REC Gold Standard accredited, placing us in the top 10% of UK education agencies.