Job Description

SEMH Cover Supervisor

Location: Swindon
Salary: £130 - £170 per day (depending on experience and responsibilities)
Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

Connex Education is recruiting confident and adaptable specialist Cover Supervisors to work within an independent specialist school in Swindon from September 2026.

We have opportunities available on a day-to-day supply, short-term and long-termbasis, making this an ideal role for those seeking flexibility or looking to gain valuable classroom experience before progressing into teaching.

The setting supports pupils aged approximately years who may have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, behavioural challenges, additional learning needs, school refusal and barriers to mainstream education. As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences while supporting pupils to remain engaged and focused.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher
• Manage classroom behaviour positively and consistently
• Support students to engage with learning activities
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Promote a safe and structured learning environment
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures
• Provide feedback to teaching staff following lessons

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with young people in education, coaching, youth work, young offenders or similar settings
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills
• Confidence leading groups of students
• Calm, resilient, and adaptable approach
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply through Connex Education
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join Connex Education?

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Weekly PAYE pay no umbrella companies
• Full training and ongoing support
• Free access to our Classroom Support Toolkit and CPD training
• Career progression opportunities into teaching and education support roles
• Dedicated education consultant support

Apply Today

To find out more about these opportunities in Swindon, contact the Connex Education Bristol team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. All candidates are assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.