SEN Cover Supervisor

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting enthusiastic, adaptable, and confident SEN Cover Supervisors to work across specialist schools and provisions throughout Sheffield on a supply basis.

This rewarding role involves supervising and supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in the absence of the class teacher. You will play a key role in maintaining a positive learning environment, ensuring students remain engaged with their learning while receiving the support they need to succeed.

Working across a range of specialist settings, you will support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the classroom teacher.
• Supervise and support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt activities and communication styles to meet individual pupil needs.
• Support behaviour management strategies and encourage positive engagement.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, SENCOs, and wider school staff.
• Provide feedback on pupil progress, behaviour, and engagement throughout the day.

• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, Tutor, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, or similar role is desirable.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• A patient, flexible, and proactive approach.
• Confidence leading groups of students and managing behaviour positively.
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.
• A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Experience within specialist schools, alternative provisions, or SEN environments would be highly advantageous but is not essential.

• Flexible supply work to suit your availability.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of specialist educational settings.
• Free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs.

Pay rates are competitive and will vary depending on experience, qualifications, and availability.

Candidates at the lower end of the pay scale are typically those with less relevant experience or more limited availability. Higher rates are available for individuals with extensive SEN experience, previous cover supervision experience, relevant qualifications, and the flexibility to work across a range of schools and provisions throughout Sheffield.

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and would like to join our team of dedicated SEN Cover Supervisors in Sheffield please send your most up-to-date CV to