SEND Cover Supervisor

Protocol Education Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization is seeking a SEND Cover Supervisor in Shrewsbury. The role involves supervising classes, supporting students with special educational needs, and fostering a positive learning atmosphere. Candidates should have relevant experience in education and a passion for helping children thrive. This position offers opportunities for professional development and on-site training in a supportive school environment.

Benefits

On-site parking

Accredited CPD and in-house training

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school or SEND environment desired.
• Strong interpersonal skills to de-escalate challenging situations calmly.
• Enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes in the absence of a teacher.
• Support students with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Build positive relationships and encourage good behaviour.

Job description

SEND Cover Supervisor – Shrewsbury

Location: Shrewsbury
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP

We’re looking for a SEND Cover Supervisor to join a warm, inclusive school in Shrewsbury that’s part of a well-regarded Trust. The school provides a nurturing environment where every pupil is supported to reach their potential, both academically and personally.

This is a great opportunity for someone who’s calm under pressure, confident in the classroom, and passionate about supporting students with additional needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) challenges.

The role

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll:

• Supervise classes in the absence of a teacher, ensuring lessons stay on track.
• Support students with a range of SEND and SEMH needs to stay engaged and regulated.
• Build positive relationships and create a safe, structured atmosphere where everyone can thrive.
• Promote good behaviour through consistency, encouragement, and understanding.
• Act as a role model, showing patience, empathy, and resilience every day.

What we’re looking for

• Someone with experience working in a school or SEND environment (formal qualifications are great, but personality and attitude are just as important).
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to de‑escalate challenging situations calmly.
• Enthusiasm, adaptability, and a genuine desire to make a difference in young people’s lives.
• A positive approach to supporting pupils with complex emotional or learning needs.

What’s in it for you

• On-site parking
• Accredited CPD and in-house training (including SEND and Thrive courses)

• A welcoming, supportive school team who value collaboration and care.

If you’re motivated by helping every child feel seen, safe, and capable of success, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a school that champions inclusion and invests in its people.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
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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