Corby, Northamptonshire
Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity
Tradewind Recruitment
Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Cover Supervisor specialising in Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) to join a supportive secondary school in the Corby area.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has experience working with young people with SEMH needs, behavioural challenges or additional emotional needs and is confident leading learning activities and managing a classroom environment.
The school is looking for someone who can build strong relationships with students, remain calm and consistent when managing challenging behaviour, and provide the structure and support students need to engage positively with their learning.
The Role
As an SEMH Cover Supervisor, you will play an important role in supporting students both academically and emotionally.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher
Delivering pre-planned lessons and learning activities
Leading small-group activities and interventions
Supporting students with SEMH and behavioural needs
Building positive, trusting relationships with students
Supporting students with emotional regulation and positive behaviour
Maintaining a calm, structured and consistent classroom environment
Encouraging students to engage with their learning
Supporting students who may experience anxiety, emotional difficulties or barriers to learning
Managing challenging behaviour using a calm and consistent approach
Helping students develop confidence, resilience and independence
Working closely with teachers, pastoral teams and other support staff
Providing feedback on student engagement, behaviour and progress
Supporting the wider pastoral and SEMH provision within the school
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who has experience working with young people with SEMH needs and is confident delivering sessions or leading groups.
You may have experience as a:
Cover Supervisor
Behaviour Mentor
Teaching Assistant
SEMH Teaching Assistant
Learning Mentor
Youth Worker
Sports Coach
Residential Support Worker
Intervention Lead
Support Worker
Alternative Provision Practitioner
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Previous experience supporting young people with SEMH or behavioural needs
Experience delivering activities, sessions or learning to groups of young people
Strong behaviour management skills
The ability to remain calm and consistent in challenging situations
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A patient, empathetic and resilient approach
Confidence leading a classroom or group
A genuine passion for supporting young people's mental health and wellbeing
The ability to establish clear boundaries while maintaining positive relationships
A commitment to helping students overcome barriers to learning
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Access to free CPD and professional development opportunities
Free access to The National College after your first day worked
Opportunities for long-term, permanent and temp-to-perm positions
Ongoing support and career guidance
Access to a wide range of education opportunities across Northamptonshire
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced education, youth work, care or support professional who wants to make a genuine difference to young people with SEMH needs while developing their career within education.
Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.
To express your interest in this position, please email with your CV
Salary description
£100.00 - £120.00 per day