SEN Cover Supervisor
| Posting date: | 16 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £95.0 to £135.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 March 2026 |
| Location: | Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UE |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4771261_1771239432 |
Summary
SEN Cover Supervisor - Flexible Roles Across Northamptonshire
Location: Northamptonshire & surrounding areas
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Fully flexible - day‑to‑day or long‑term
Make an Impact Supporting Learners with Additional Needs
Hays Education is looking for confident, adaptable SEN Cover Supervisors to support a range of specialist and mainstream schools across Northamptonshire. Whether you're an aspiring teacher, an experienced support professional, or someone passionate about helping young people with additional needs, this role offers the perfect balance of flexibility and meaningful impact.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills by supporting students with:
- Autism/ASC
- Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs
- Communication & interaction needs
- Learning difficulties
- Physical or sensory needs
What You'll Be Doing
As an SEN Cover Supervisor, you'll help keep learning consistent and positive by:
* Delivering pre-prepared work in the teacher's absence
* Supporting students with SEN to access and engage with learning
* Managing behaviour calmly and professionally using school strategies
* Encouraging independence, confidence and positive routines
* Working closely with SENCOs and support teams
* Ensuring any safeguarding concerns are promptly reported to the DSL
What We're Looking For
You'll thrive in this role if you have:
* Experience working with young people or vulnerable groups (SEN experience desirable but not essential)
* Confidence managing classrooms or small SEN groups
* A patient, understanding and proactive approach
* Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
* Flexibility to work across a variety of school settings
* A genuine passion for supporting students with diverse needs
What You'll Get in Return
Competitive daily rates: £100-£135
A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placements
A mix of short-term, long-term, and full-time roles
£250 referral bonus (in vouchers) once your referral completes 20 days
Strong demand for SEN Cover Supervisors across Northamptonshire
Ready to Get Started?
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, click 'apply now' to upload your CV, or get in touch directly. Even one day of availability per week makes a real difference-we'd love to hear from you! Join Hays Education and help support the young people who need it most across your local community.
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