Challenging Behaviour Specialist Cover Supervisor
Location: Newport
Start Date: September 2026
Pay Rate: £120 - £140 per day (depending on experience)
Aspire People are working in partnership with secondary schools in Newport to recruit a Challenging Behaviour Specialist Cover Supervisor for a September start. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced cover supervisor or behaviour specialist who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑need school environment.
The Role:
Supervising whole classes in the absence of the classroom teacher
Managing and supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, including SEMH needs
Implementing effective behaviour management strategies in line with school policies
Maintaining a calm, safe, and productive learning environment
Working closely with senior leaders and pastoral teams
The Ideal Candidate:
Proven experience working with challenging behaviour in a secondary school or similar setting
Confident classroom presence with strong behaviour management skills
Experience supporting pupils with SEMH / additional needs
Resilient, calm, and consistent approach
Able to build positive relationships with students and staff
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
Why Aspire People?
Competitive daily rates (£120-£140)
Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
Opportunities in well‑supported Cardiff schools
Long‑term and potential permanent opportunities
If you are a specialist cover supervisor with a passion for supporting pupils who present challenging behaviour, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to secure a September role in Newport.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks