SEN Cover Supervisor - Specialist SEN School

Oldham  | Teaching Personnel

Are you confident leading a classroom and passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs?

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated and resilient SEN Cover Supervisor to join a specialist all-through SEN School in Oldham, supporting both primary and secondary-aged pupils.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous school-based experience who is looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people while gaining valuable experience within a supportive specialist setting.

The Role

As an SEN Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff, delivering pre-prepared lessons and ensuring pupils remain engaged in their learning.

You will support students across the school, from primary through to secondary age, with a range of additional needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, and learning difficulties, helping to create a positive, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

✅ Supervise whole classes and deliver pre-set lessons across a range of subjects and age groups

✅ Support pupils with SEN, including autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, and learning difficulties

✅ Maintain classroom behaviour in line with school policies

✅ Promote a calm, safe, and productive learning environment

✅ Use effective behaviour management and de-escalation strategies when required

✅ Encourage pupil engagement and participation throughout lessons

✅ Take registers and follow safeguarding procedures at all times

✅ Work closely with teaching staff and provide feedback following lessons

✅ Support individual pupils and small groups where necessary

What We're Looking For

✔ Previous experience working in a school or classroom setting

✔ Experience supporting children and young people, ideally within an SEN environment

✔ Background as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or similar role

✔ Confidence leading classes and managing behaviour independently

✔ Understanding of SEN, including autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, and learning difficulties

✔ Strong communication skills, resilience, and adaptability

✔ Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and a professional, reliable approach to work

What Teaching Personnel Offer

Competitive weekly pay

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated support from an experienced recruitment consultant

Full-time, long-term opportunities within specialist schools

Apply Now

If you have experience working in a school environment and the confidence to lead a classroom while supporting pupils with SEN, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with Teaching Personnel and make a positive impact in a specialist SEN School in Oldham this September.