Cover Supervisor - SEN Teaching

Cover Supervisor

Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

Shape Futures as a Cover Supervisor

Are you ready to take the next step in your education career? We’re looking for a Cover Supervisor to join a dynamic SEN/PRU Primary School in Bournemouth.

This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and help them thrive in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Why This Role Matters

As a Cover Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning when teachers are absent. You’ll supervise classes, deliver pre-prepared lessons, and ensure pupils remain engaged and on task. Working with pupils aged 4–11 years old with a range of needs including ADHD, ASD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and behavioural challenges. You will help create a safe, structured, and positive learning atmosphere.

This school is committed to empowering pupils for a successful future, prioritising safeguarding and wellbeing at every level. If you share these values and want to be part of a team that truly transforms lives, this is the role for you.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working in SEN or PRU settings
• Strong understanding of SEMH and positive behaviour strategies
• English & Maths GCSE A*-C or equivalent
• Ability to manage classrooms and deliver pre-set work effectively
• Resilient, patient, and passionate about inclusive education
• Skilled in de-escalating challenging situations calmly and safely

Your Benefits

• Full Time
• Monday-Friday
• Term Time Only
• Free CPD training courses (10+ available)
• 12.07% holiday pay
• Career development opportunities

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and start shaping futures as a Cover Supervisor!

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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.
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