SEN / SEMH Cover Supervisor, Wakefield

  • Location: Wakefield
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £100 per day
  • Start date: 01/09/2026
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
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Job Description

Job Specification

Are you confident leading a classroom and passionate about supporting young people with additional needs?

New Directions Education is recruiting Cover Supervisors to work across a range of SEN (Special Educational Needs) and SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) provisions in the Wakefield area starting this September.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to gain valuable experience in specialist education settings or for those seeking flexible work in a rewarding environment.

The Role:
-Supervise classes during teacher absence, ensuring students remain engaged in learning
-Deliver pre-set work and maintain a structured classroom environment
-Support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs, adapting your approach where required
-Manage behaviour positively and effectively
-Build strong relationships with pupils and staff
-Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment

We Are Looking For:
-Previous experience working in a similar role is essential
-Confidence managing behaviour and leading groups
-A calm, resilient, and patient approach
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills
-An interest in SEN/SEMH education
-Flexibility to work across different settings

This role is ideal for aspiring teachers, graduates, or experienced support staff looking to develop their skills within specialist education settings.

Make a difference this September in SEN and SEMH schools across Wakefield with New Directions Education.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term teaching roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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