Job Description

Cover Supervisor - SEMH School (Blackpool)

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire

Salary: £102.89 - £135.89 per day (Depending on experience)

Job Type: Full-time, Long-term / Permanent

Start Date: ASAP / April 2026

Are you a confident leader looking for a rewarding role in Blackpool?

We are seeking a resilient and engaging Cover Supervisor to join our specialist Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) school. This role is perfect for someone who can lead a room with empathy and authority, whether you are qualified or an unqualified professional with strong behaviour management skills.

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Classroom Management: Leading lessons in the absence of the teacher, ensuring pupils remain on task and engaged.
• SEMH Support: Implementing trauma-informed approaches to manage challenging behaviours and emotional outbursts.
• Consistency: Following school policies strictly to provide the stable environment our pupils need.
• Adaptability: Delivering pre-set work across various subjects to pupils with diverse learning needs.
• Reporting: Providing feedback on pupil progress and the classroom organisation to the Senior Leadership Team.

Candidate Requirements

We welcome applications from both qualified and unqualified Cover Supervisors.

• Experience: Previous experience in a school, youth centre, or regulated childcare setting is highly desirable.
• Resilience: A thick skin and the ability to remain calm and professional during high-pressure situations.
• Presence: The ability to command respect through positive reinforcement and clear boundaries. xbpsjku
• DBS: Must hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to organise a new one.

How to Apply

Please contact Christina on or send your CV to or click apply.