Cover Supervisor

Job Title: Cover Supervisor – PRU (Secondary, SEMH)

Location: Oldham
Contract: Temporary with potential to become permanent
Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient Cover Supervisor to join a Pupil Referral Unit in Oldham from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work with secondary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

You will be responsible for delivering pre-prepared lessons across a range of subjects, ensuring students remain engaged, supported, and focused throughout the school day within a structured and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and deliver pre-prepared lessons across multiple subjects

• Manage classroom behaviour, ensuring a safe, calm, and inclusive environment for all students

• Support pupils with SEMH needs, responding appropriately to challenging behaviours

• Maintain accurate records of student engagement and behaviour where required

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure continuity of learning

Person Specification

• Previous experience working with secondary-aged pupils, ideally in a SEMH or PRU setting, is desirable

• Confident in managing challenging behaviour in a calm and professional manner

• Flexible, patient, and able to adapt to the needs of diverse learners

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to follow pre-prepared lesson plans accurately

Why Join Us

• Supportive and inclusive working environment

• Opportunity for a temporary role to become permanent

• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people with SEMH needs