Cover Supervisors – SEMH & PRU Opportunities via Agency
East Manchester | Flexible Roles | Start Now Ahead of September
Considering a move into SEMH or Alternative Provision this September?
If you're an experienced Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, or aspiring teacher looking for a more impactful, relationship-led environment, now is the perfect time to join Teaching Personnel and explore opportunities across SEMH schools, PRUs, and behaviour-focused provisions.
Why Join Teaching Personnel Now?
Schools are already preparing for September—and SEMH and PRU settings are actively securing strong support staff early.
By registering now, you’ll gain priority access to long-term roles, consistent placements, and temp-to-perm opportunities in specialist settings.
✨ Why Cover Supervisors Are Choosing Agency:
• Secure September roles early in high-demand SEMH/PRU schools
• Explore different alternative provisions before committing permanently
• Build specialist experience in behaviour, inclusion, and SEMH
• Enjoy flexibility with the option for consistent placements
• Receive guidance from a dedicated SEMH specialist consultant
Why Move Into SEMH & PRU Settings?
SEMH and Alternative Provision offer a rewarding, purpose-driven experience where relationships come first.
• Work with smaller groups and strong staff support
• Focus on engagement, trust-building, and emotional development
• Develop behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Make a visible difference to pupils who need it most
• Open pathways into teaching, pastoral roles, or behaviour specialisms
The Role
You’ll be working across SEMH schools, PRUs, and alternative provisions, supporting pupils who may:
• Display challenging behaviour linked to SEMH needs
• Have experienced trauma or disrupted education
• Struggle with emotional regulation and engagement
• Require consistent, structured support to succeed
Your responsibilities will include:
• Supervising pre-set lessons and ensuring pupils stay on task
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Supporting engagement and reducing disruption
• Using de-escalation and behaviour strategies
• Working alongside teaching staff, behaviour mentors, and pastoral teams
These settings require resilience but offer some of the most rewarding experiences in education.
What You’ll Bring
• ✅ Previous experience working with young people (schools, youth work, care, or support roles)
• ✅ Confidence managing behaviour and challenging situations
• ✅ Experience in SEMH, PRU, or alternative provision (or a strong interest in this area)
• ✅ A calm, patient, and consistent approach
• ✅ Strong communication and classroom management skills
• ✅ A passion for supporting pupils beyond the academics
(A degree or aspirations to move into teaching are desirable but not essential)
What’s in It for You
We’re here to support your development into SEMH or help you build your experience:
• ✅ Flexible work (day-to-day, long-term & temp-to-perm roles)
• ✅ Competitive weekly pay
• ✅ Early access to September SEMH & PRU roles
• ✅ Opportunities to find the right setting for you
• ✅ Ongoing CPD in behaviour, SEMH, and trauma-informed practice
• ✅ A dedicated consultant who understands alternative provision
Get Ahead of September
The demand for strong Cover Supervisors in SEMH and PRU settings is growing and the best opportunities are being secured now.
By joining Teaching Personnel, you can step into a role that builds experience, challenges you, and makes a genuine difference.
Apply today to explore SEMH and PRU Cover Supervisor opportunities across East Manchester and secure your September role early.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
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’ this 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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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