SEND Cover Supervisor - PRU, SEMH
Type: Permanent (via trial contract)
Start: ASAP
Location: Swindon
Pay: £100 - 140 per day during trial contract
Elementa are recruiting for an able SEND Cover Supervisor to work at this special school & PRU based in Swindon. The school provides education across their sites for learners that have ASD/ASC (Autism), SEMH and other complex needs as well as for children that have been permanently excluded from school. Often, all of their children display challenging behaviours.
Naturally being an experienced SEND Cover Supervisor in this type of teaching environment comes with its' challenges however this truly is a rewarding place to work. Despite the challenges their learners face, the school have high expectations of their learners and nurture and support them. The headteacher is continuing the long-standing approach to offer outstanding opportunities for the learners, but also maintaining a highly positive, friendly & welcoming work environment for colleagues.
Applicants with Team Teach training or other positive behaviour management training may be at an advantage however free training will be provided for the successful applicant. The school operate on a transparent and collaborative basis between staff & senior leadership team. Ideas are shared and everyone has the opportunity to enhance the working environment and student opportunities. Overall this is a highly positive environment to work in for both staff & students.
If you are a skilled SEND Cover Supevisor looking for an opportunity where you can make see the clear difference that you are making to students whilst working alongside a strong teaching & support staff team, this is the job you should apply for.
Applicants should have good previous SEND experience and knowledge, particularly in SEMH and ASD/ASC, and how to adapt the education approach to ensure that high-quality learning still takes place. Applicants not having worked at a PRU previously but with good SEND experience can be considered provided that you have good previous experience and are able to engage learners and deliver high-quality learning.
To be considered for supply opportunities, you must:
- have good previous SEND experience
- be committed to the schools' policies & procedures
- display resilience & tenacity
- be fully invested in supporting students education & future opportunities
Elementa will be managing all applicants and screening their suitability for the school. Elementa are not a supply agency, we are a school services & recruiting partner to schools. We will manage the candidate vetting & compliance and process your payroll on behalf of the school. Therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @ £62.70) unless you have a current DBS on the update service.
If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up to date CV. All applicants will be promptly responded to.
This role is not suitable for applicants:
- not currently based in the UK
- without UK SEND experience
- requiring sponsorship for right to work in the UK
ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:
- Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
- PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship; no umbrella companies.
- Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive.
- Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.