Cover Supervisor

Job Description

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Cover Supervisor \n

Only applications with experience in a UK school or education setting will be considered.

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Location: Derby (DE1)
Salary: £100 - £120 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term
Start Date: ASAP

Job Overview\n

Monarch Education is working in partnership with a specialist SEND setting in Derby (DE1) to recruit a dedicated Cover Supervisor.

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This unique provision supports pupils across KS3 and KS4 with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH, learning difficulties, communication needs, and pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The setting also provides Hospital Education, supporting young people who are unable to attend mainstream education due to medical or mental health needs.

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The successful candidate will be confident leading lessons in the absence of the class teacher, supporting students to remain engaged in learning while promoting their academic, social, and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities\n

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• Deliver pre-planned lessons across KS3 and KS4 classes.
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• Support students with SEND, SEMH, and EHCPs to access learning.
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• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
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• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
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• Support pupils accessing Hospital Education provision.
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• Build positive and trusting relationships with learners.
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• Monitor engagement, behaviour, and progress throughout lessons.
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• Work alongside teachers, pastoral staff, therapists, and external professionals to support pupil outcomes.
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Essential Requirements\n

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• Previous experience within a UK school, SEND, Alternative Provision, or educational setting.
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• Confidence managing groups of students and leading lessons independently.
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• Experience supporting pupils with EHCPs and additional learning needs.
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• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
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• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
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• Patient, adaptable, and resilient approach.
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Desirable\n

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• Experience within SEND schools, Alternative Provisions, or Hospital Education settings.
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• Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication needs.
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• Team Teach or similar behaviour management training.
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• Knowledge of trauma-informed and restorative approaches.
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• Experience supporting vulnerable or medically vulnerable young people.
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Why Work with Monarch Education?\n

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• Competitive rates of pay.
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• Dedicated consultant support.
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• Free CPD and training opportunities.
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• Long-term and permanent opportunities.
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• Referral bonus scheme.
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• Opportunities across SEND, Alternative Provision, and specialist settings.
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If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and enjoy creating positive learning experiences, we would love to hear from you.

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