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Job Title: Cover Supervisor – SEN School
Location: Oldham
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £100 – £120 per day (depending on experience)
Are you looking to make a real difference in a specialist educational setting?
Do you have the confidence and compassion to lead a classroom where every day is different?
Are you looking for a role where relationships and resilience matter most?
TeacherActive are proud to be working with a specialist SEN school in Oldham that caters for pupils with a wide range of complex learning needs, including Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health challenges. The school provides a nurturing and structured environment where every young person is encouraged to achieve their potential — both academically and personally.
We are looking for a Cover Supervisor who can confidently lead classes in the absence of the teacher, delivering pre-set work and maintaining a positive and inclusive classroom environment. You’ll be supported by experienced teaching assistants and a strong pastoral team who work collaboratively to ensure that every student feels valued, supported and understood.
The ideal Cover Supervisor will:
Have experience working within an SEN or alternative provision setting (essential)
Be confident in leading a class and maintaining structure and engagement
Have strong behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies
Be adaptable, patient and committed to making a difference
Hold a minimum of 6 months’ experience in a UK school (preferred)
In return, you can expect:
A dedicated consultant available 24/7 to support you
Competitive rates of pay, paid weekly through PAYE
Free CPD and safeguarding training
Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.
