Cover Supervisor

SEND Cover Supervisor / HLTA

Support, Lead, and Inspire

Are you confident in managing a classroom and passionate about making a difference for students with additional needs?

Vision for Education is seeking Cover Supervisors and highly experienced Teaching Assistants
to work across a range of
Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools
in Somerset and the surrounding areas from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience in education or youth work to step into a
lead classroom role
—with full training and support provided.

As a Cover Supervisor in an SEN setting, you will:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities in the absence of the class teacher
• Support students with
  SEND
  and
  SEMH
  needs in small classes or one-to-one
• Promote positive behaviour and a supportive learning environment
• Work alongside experienced SEN professionals to ensure students feel safe, included, and engaged

These roles are ideal for:

• Experienced Teaching Assistants or Learning Mentors ready to step up
• Graduates exploring a career in teaching or education
• Individuals with youth work or care experience looking to transition into schools

• Experience supporting young people in
  education, care, or youth settings
• Confidence managing classroom behaviour in a positive, calm way
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about,
  SEND
  and
  SEMH
  needs
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• A flexible, patient, and resilient approach to challenges

A
degree or Level 3 qualification
is desirable, but not essential if you have relevant experience.

• Competitive weekly pay
  through our in-house PAYE system
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme
  (subject to eligibility)
• Pension contributions
• Free professional development
  , including behaviour and safeguarding training
• Full
  AWR compliance
  – ensuring fair pay and working conditions
• Generous refer-a-friend scheme
• A
  dedicated consultant
  who supports you throughout your placement
• Opportunities for
  long-term work
  or flexible day-to-day cover

We are a leading education recruitment agency and part of
The Edwin Group
, named a
Top 10 UK Employer
in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024.

We work closely with
SEN and alternative provision schools
across Somerset and are proud to be known for our
trusted partnerships, high-quality staff
, and
exceptional candidate support
.

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