Job description
SEN Cover Supervisor Opportunities – Chelmsford, Essex
Are you patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? We are currently recruiting Cover Supervisors to work within a range of supportive and specialist SEN schools in Chelmsford and the surrounding Essex area.
Chelmsford, Essex
As an SEN Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes in specialist settings during teacher absence, delivering pre-set work and supporting students with a variety of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same, offering valuable experience for anyone looking to build a career within SEND or education.
Responsibilities
· Supervising small classes of students with special educational needs
· Supporting students to engage with pre-planned lessons and activities
· Managing behaviour using positive and adaptive strategies
· Building strong, supportive relationships with students
· Working closely with support staff to meet individual needs
· Providing feedback to teaching staff on progress and wellbeing
About You
· Calm, patient, and empathetic approach
· Confident in managing behaviour and supporting varied needs
· Experience working with children or young people with SEN is highly desirable
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Flexible, reliable, and proactive
· A background in education, care, youth work, or psychology is advantageous
What We Offer
· Competitive daily rates
· Flexible working to suit your availability
· Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
· Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
· Rewarding experience making a real difference in students lives
Ideal for
· Aspiring SEN teachers or educational psychologists
· Teaching assistants looking to step up
· Youth workers or support workers
· Graduates in psychology, education, or related fields
· Individuals passionate about SEND and inclusive education