Cover Supervisor - Specialist SEMH School
Location: Leyland, Lancashire
Salary: £100 - £135.89 per day (Direct potential for permanent contract)
Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30, Monday to Friday (Term-time only)
Are you a confident leader ready to make a difference in Leyland ?
We are seeking a resilient and adaptable Cover Supervisor to join our dedicated team at a leading specialist school in Leyland. This role is unique, as you will be supporting pupils across both Primary and Secondary phases (KS1 - KS4) who have various Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
This isn't your average "classroom monitoring" role. You will be the steady hand that ensures learning continues even when the regular teacher is away, providing stability for students who thrive on routine.
The Role: What You'll Be Doing
As a Cover Supervisor in an SEMH setting, your primary focus is engagement and de-escalation rather than subject-specific lecturing.
Lead the Classroom: Deliver pre-set learning across a variety of subjects to classes of 5-8 pupils.
Behavioural Management: Utilise therapeutic internal policies to manage challenging behaviours and maintain a calm environment.
Adaptability: Switch between Primary Nurture groups and Secondary vocational or academic lessons.
Relationship Building: Act as a positive role model, building rapport with students who may have had negative experiences with education.Why Choose This School?
Supportive Leadership: You will never be "left on your own"; our high staff-to-pupil ratio ensures help is always seconds away.
Professional Growth: Access to specialist training such as Team Teach, Trauma-Informed Practice, and Mental Health First Aid.
Community: A Leyland -based school with a reputation for transforming the lives of the most vulnerable young people in Lancashire.Candidate Requirements
To be successful in this search for a Cover Supervisor in Leyland, you should possess:
Experience: Previous experience working with children or young adults (e.g., Sports Coaching, Youth Work, Teaching Assistant, or Military/Police backgrounds).
Resilience: The ability to remain composed and professional when faced with challenging verbal or physical behaviour.
Confidence: A strong "classroom presence" and the ability to command respect through empathy and consistency.
Education: A degree is preferred, but not essential if you have significant relevant experience.How to Apply
If you are a dedicated professional looking for a Cover Supervisor role in Leyland, click Apply Now to submit your CV or contact Christina on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)