Do you enjoy working with young people and supporting their learning and development? Have you been involved in volunteering or working with children? Are you considering a career in teaching and want classroom-based experience before studying for a PGCE? Vida Education is seeking passionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Cover Supervisors. Working in secondary schools across Wigan and surrounding areas, we offer day-to-day, short-term, and long-term cover supervisor work, with flexibility to suit your availability. WHAT IS A COVER SUPERVISOR? As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise secondary pupils (aged 11-16) in the absence of their regular teacher, delivering pre-set lessons across various subjects. You will manage classroom behaviour, ensuring students remain focused in a safe and productive learning environment. COVER SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Delivering work that has been pre-set by the class teacher and responding to any questions asked during the lesson. Managing the behaviour of pupils following the school behaviour policies. Reporting back any issues you encounter during the day. A SUCCESSFUL COVER SUPERVISOR WILL HAVE: Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable attitude. A calm and organised personality and be confident to manage classroom behaviour effectively. Previous experience working with children (desirable but not essential - we offer full training). A desire to work in education and support students' growth. WE PROVIDE FREE COVER SUPERVISOR TRAINING: Since 2015, we've been offering high-quality Cover Supervisor training, with many of our team members progressing to successful teaching careers. Our training includes: How to confidently manage behaviour in a classroom. How to deliver a successful lesson and deal with any issues that might arise. Emphasis on safeguarding, covering both safeguarding of pupils but also yourself as a cover supervisor. Much, much more YOU WILL NEED TO: Have UK Right to Work status. Hold a degree qualification or equivalent. Have high expectations of student achievement and behaviour. Complete a registration with Vida Education which includes holding a current Enhanced DBS registered with the DBS Update Service, or be prepared to apply for a new ENHANCED DBS. IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE THE PERFECT JOB FOR YOU, APPLY TODAY! BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH VIDA EDUCATION: We are an experienced team and specialise in placing secondary teachers, primary teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, school admin, and clerical staff into positions all across Lancashire and Cumbria. We offer excellent rates of pay, in line with your level of experience. AWR compliant. Experienced and dedicated consultants who take great pride in providing you with a quality service. Access to free CPD accredited training courses including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection & Prevent. Vida Education is an APSCo Compliance Accredited agency. All applicants will undergo checks in line with DfE 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', including an Enhanced DBS check, references, qualifications, and right to work status. Further information will be provided upon application. Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business, providing temporary or permanent job-seeking services. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Mar 10, 2026
Seasonal
Do you enjoy working with young people and supporting their learning and development? Have you been involved in volunteering or working with children? Are you considering a career in teaching and want classroom-based experience before studying for a PGCE? Vida Education is seeking passionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Cover Supervisors. Working in secondary schools across Wigan and surrounding areas, we offer day-to-day, short-term, and long-term cover supervisor work, with flexibility to suit your availability. WHAT IS A COVER SUPERVISOR? As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise secondary pupils (aged 11-16) in the absence of their regular teacher, delivering pre-set lessons across various subjects. You will manage classroom behaviour, ensuring students remain focused in a safe and productive learning environment. COVER SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: Delivering work that has been pre-set by the class teacher and responding to any questions asked during the lesson. Managing the behaviour of pupils following the school behaviour policies. Reporting back any issues you encounter during the day. A SUCCESSFUL COVER SUPERVISOR WILL HAVE: Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable attitude. A calm and organised personality and be confident to manage classroom behaviour effectively. Previous experience working with children (desirable but not essential - we offer full training). A desire to work in education and support students' growth. WE PROVIDE FREE COVER SUPERVISOR TRAINING: Since 2015, we've been offering high-quality Cover Supervisor training, with many of our team members progressing to successful teaching careers. Our training includes: How to confidently manage behaviour in a classroom. How to deliver a successful lesson and deal with any issues that might arise. Emphasis on safeguarding, covering both safeguarding of pupils but also yourself as a cover supervisor. Much, much more YOU WILL NEED TO: Have UK Right to Work status. Hold a degree qualification or equivalent. Have high expectations of student achievement and behaviour. Complete a registration with Vida Education which includes holding a current Enhanced DBS registered with the DBS Update Service, or be prepared to apply for a new ENHANCED DBS. IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE THE PERFECT JOB FOR YOU, APPLY TODAY! BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH VIDA EDUCATION: We are an experienced team and specialise in placing secondary teachers, primary teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, school admin, and clerical staff into positions all across Lancashire and Cumbria. We offer excellent rates of pay, in line with your level of experience. AWR compliant. Experienced and dedicated consultants who take great pride in providing you with a quality service. Access to free CPD accredited training courses including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection & Prevent. Vida Education is an APSCo Compliance Accredited agency. All applicants will undergo checks in line with DfE 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', including an Enhanced DBS check, references, qualifications, and right to work status. Further information will be provided upon application. Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business, providing temporary or permanent job-seeking services. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
Position: Behaviour Support Assistant - SEMH Location: Kendal (LA9) Pay: £(Apply online only)/week (calculated on a daily basis) Start date: October 2025 Duration: 2 Terms Vida Education are working alongside a small SEN Provision in the Kendal area, to find an experienced behaviour, trauma informed support assistant. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with primary aged children with SEMH in a school and/or residential setting. School: The school supports children who have traumatic backgrounds and present with SEMH and challenging behaviours between the ages of 6-12 years. Accessible to local public transport links with onsite parking. Supports children with traumatic backgrounds and SEMH All children at the school have an EHCP. Position: Supporting classes as a behaviour support assistant and mentor, class sizes are small and vary from 4-8 children between the ages of 6-12 years. Support the teacher within the classroom with paperwork, reporting, and 1:1 work with individuals. Lunch time duties Requirements: Prior experience working within a school and/or residential setting is essential. Experience dealing with challenging behaviours, de-escalation techniques and trauma informed response. Team Teach qualification is desirable but not essential. level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential. You would be joining a supportive and progressive team who encourages career progression. YOU WILL NEED TO Have UK Right to Work Status. Hold a TA qualification or have relevant work experience. Complete a registration with Vida Education which includes holding a current Enhanced DBS registered with the DBS Update Service, or you will be prepared to apply for a new ENHANCED DBS with ourselves (cost applied). BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH VIDA EDUCATION; We are an experienced team and specialise in placing qualified teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, school admin and clerical staff into positions across Lancashire and Cumbria. We offer excellent rates of pay, in line with your level of experience. AWR compliant. Experienced and dedicated consultants who take great pride in providing you a quality service. Free CPD accredited training courses including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection & Prevent. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU SOON. Vida Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance Accredited agency, all post holders are subject to checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education . These checks include but are not limited to; an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, qualifications check, references, UK Right to Work Status. Further information will be provided on application. Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business in providing temporary or permanent job seeking services. INDTA
Oct 07, 2025
Seasonal
Position: Behaviour Support Assistant - SEMH Location: Kendal (LA9) Pay: £(Apply online only)/week (calculated on a daily basis) Start date: October 2025 Duration: 2 Terms Vida Education are working alongside a small SEN Provision in the Kendal area, to find an experienced behaviour, trauma informed support assistant. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with primary aged children with SEMH in a school and/or residential setting. School: The school supports children who have traumatic backgrounds and present with SEMH and challenging behaviours between the ages of 6-12 years. Accessible to local public transport links with onsite parking. Supports children with traumatic backgrounds and SEMH All children at the school have an EHCP. Position: Supporting classes as a behaviour support assistant and mentor, class sizes are small and vary from 4-8 children between the ages of 6-12 years. Support the teacher within the classroom with paperwork, reporting, and 1:1 work with individuals. Lunch time duties Requirements: Prior experience working within a school and/or residential setting is essential. Experience dealing with challenging behaviours, de-escalation techniques and trauma informed response. Team Teach qualification is desirable but not essential. level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential. You would be joining a supportive and progressive team who encourages career progression. YOU WILL NEED TO Have UK Right to Work Status. Hold a TA qualification or have relevant work experience. Complete a registration with Vida Education which includes holding a current Enhanced DBS registered with the DBS Update Service, or you will be prepared to apply for a new ENHANCED DBS with ourselves (cost applied). BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH VIDA EDUCATION; We are an experienced team and specialise in placing qualified teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, school admin and clerical staff into positions across Lancashire and Cumbria. We offer excellent rates of pay, in line with your level of experience. AWR compliant. Experienced and dedicated consultants who take great pride in providing you a quality service. Free CPD accredited training courses including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection & Prevent. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU SOON. Vida Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance Accredited agency, all post holders are subject to checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education . These checks include but are not limited to; an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, qualifications check, references, UK Right to Work Status. Further information will be provided on application. Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business in providing temporary or permanent job seeking services. INDTA
Position: Specialist Support Assistant Hours: 8:30 - 3:30 (32.5 hrs/week) termtime 1.6 weeks Type: Initially Temporary - Permanent for the right candidate Pay: £26,403.00 - £28,142.00 Start date: ASAP We are currently working alongside a large SEN provision in the Blackpool area, who are looking for a Specialist Support Assistant to join their professional personal care team. The team works throughout the school from ages 2-19, supporting children with a wide range of needs from, moderate and severe to profound and multiple learning difficulties. As well as children who exhibit challenging behaviours, social, communication, sensory or physical disabilities. The role will also involve supporting teaching & learning within the classroom, enabling children to access the curriculum and reach their best outcomes. School: Supports children from ages 2-19 with MLD, SLD, and PMLD as well as other complex needs and SEND. Ofsted rated 'GOOD' Located in the Blackpool area easily accessible through public transport Responsibilities: The professional personal care team is responsible for supporting children who have personal care needs throughout the school Supporting teaching & learning in the classroom to help children access the curriculum. Ability to build positive relationship with children and staff with the school. Requirements: Prior experience in a similar role is essential. Training related to personal care, such as hoist training, PEG feeding, first aid amongst other are very desirable. Experience supporting teaching & learning within an educational setting is essential. A Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential. Have a UK Enhanced DBS in the update service You will be required to complete a full vetting procedure prior to attending the school. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH VIDA EDUCATION; We are an experienced team and specialise in placing qualified teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, school admin and clerical staff into positions across Lancashire and Cumbria. We offer excellent rates of pay, in line with your level of experience. AWR compliant. Experienced and dedicated consultants who take great pride in providing you a quality service. Free CPD accredited training courses including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection & Prevent. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU SOON. Vida Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance Accredited agency, all post holders are subject to checks in line with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. These checks include but are not limited to; an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, qualifications check, references, UK Right to Work Status. Further information will be provided on application. Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business in providing temporary or permanent job seeking services. INDTA
Sep 26, 2025
Full time
Position: Specialist Support Assistant Hours: 8:30 - 3:30 (32.5 hrs/week) termtime 1.6 weeks Type: Initially Temporary - Permanent for the right candidate Pay: £26,403.00 - £28,142.00 Start date: ASAP We are currently working alongside a large SEN provision in the Blackpool area, who are looking for a Specialist Support Assistant to join their professional personal care team. The team works throughout the school from ages 2-19, supporting children with a wide range of needs from, moderate and severe to profound and multiple learning difficulties. As well as children who exhibit challenging behaviours, social, communication, sensory or physical disabilities. The role will also involve supporting teaching & learning within the classroom, enabling children to access the curriculum and reach their best outcomes. School: Supports children from ages 2-19 with MLD, SLD, and PMLD as well as other complex needs and SEND. Ofsted rated 'GOOD' Located in the Blackpool area easily accessible through public transport Responsibilities: The professional personal care team is responsible for supporting children who have personal care needs throughout the school Supporting teaching & learning in the classroom to help children access the curriculum. Ability to build positive relationship with children and staff with the school. Requirements: Prior experience in a similar role is essential. Training related to personal care, such as hoist training, PEG feeding, first aid amongst other are very desirable. Experience supporting teaching & learning within an educational setting is essential. A Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential. Have a UK Enhanced DBS in the update service You will be required to complete a full vetting procedure prior to attending the school. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH VIDA EDUCATION; We are an experienced team and specialise in placing qualified teachers, cover supervisors, teaching assistants, school admin and clerical staff into positions across Lancashire and Cumbria. We offer excellent rates of pay, in line with your level of experience. AWR compliant. Experienced and dedicated consultants who take great pride in providing you a quality service. Free CPD accredited training courses including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection & Prevent. WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU SOON. Vida Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance Accredited agency, all post holders are subject to checks in line with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. These checks include but are not limited to; an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, qualifications check, references, UK Right to Work Status. Further information will be provided on application. Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business in providing temporary or permanent job seeking services. INDTA
