Cover Supervisor

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside, North West England

Employment Type: Full-time, temporary - term time only

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Cover Supervisor to join our team in Liverpool.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a thriving special school committed to delivering inclusive and personalised education for pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The successful candidate will supervise classes during short-term absences, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Cover Supervisor based in Liverpool, your daily duties will include:

• Supervising whole classes undertaking pre-prepared activities during teacher absences, maintaining a safe, orderly, and purposeful environment.
• Supporting pupils with diverse needs, including autism, ADHD, and complex learning difficulties, by adapting communication and instructions accordingly.
• Assisting with behaviour management using positive, de-escalation, and restorative approaches.
• Supporting individual pupils and small groups with their learning, communication, and personal development under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Contributing to the overall wellbeing and inclusion of pupils, fostering positive relationships and supporting their emotional needs.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Cover Supervisor at Liverpool, you will need:

• A relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a SEND environment.
• A proactive approach to safeguarding and behaviour management.
• A commitment to inclusive practice and pupil wellbeing.
• Mandatory compliance with an Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with SEND.

If you are a motivated and caring individual looking for a rewarding role in Liverpool, apply today to join our dedicated team.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer, and decisions are made on merit alone.