SEMH/ALN Teaching Assistants

SEMH / ALN Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools & Colleges
Temp & Temp-to-Perm Roles Immediate Starts Available
Location: Schools and Colleges across South Wales
Pay Rate: 120+ per day

Are you confident managing a classroom and supporting learners with additional needs?

Do you thrive in structured environments where consistency, empathy, and strong behaviour management make a real difference?

We are working with a number of secondary schools, SEMH provisions, PRUs, and colleges across South Wales who are seeking experienced SEMH/ALN Cover Supervisors for both temporary and temp-to-perm opportunities.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising classes during teacher absence, delivering pre-set work, and maintaining a calm, focused learning environment. You are not expected to plan lessons, but you will play a key role in ensuring continuity of learning and positive behaviour.

In SEMH/ALN settings, this role also involves supporting pupils with social, emotional, mental health needs or additional learning needs, helping them stay regulated, engaged, and supported throughout the school day.

Supervise whole classes across KS3-KS5 in the absence of the class teacher
Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials and instructions
Manage classroom behaviour confidently and consistently
Support learners with SEMH/ALN needs using a calm, trauma-informed approach
Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures, and behaviour strategies
Provide feedback to teaching staff where required

Experienced Cover Supervisors
Teaching Assistants ready to step up
Graduates considering a career in teaching
Individuals with experience in SEMH, ALN, PRU, youth work, care, or behaviour support

120+ per day
Temp and temp-to-perm opportunities available
Roles across a variety of secondary, SEMH, and specialist settings
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunity to secure long-term or permanent placements

Empowering Learning is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and professional references.