Aspire People
Active Vacancy
Cover Supervisor in a Nurture Base
- Posted on
- 21 October 2026 (2 days ago)
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Closing Date
- 20 November 2026
- Job Reference
- 225748247
About this role
This is a full-time Cover Supervisor role in a Nurture Base at a large secondary school in Wenvoe, starting immediately after half term, with pay of £120 to £130 per day depending on experience. You will deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities, and support small groups of learners working below age-related expectations, including pupils with additional learning needs. Building positive relationships with pupils, promoting engagement in learning and maintaining a calm, supportive and structured environment are central to the role. You will work collaboratively with teaching staff, ALN coordinators and pastoral teams, and encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Job Description
Learner-centred Cover Supervisor needed for a Nurture Base in a large Secondary school in Cardiff
Full-Time | Immediate Start After Half Term
-120 - -130 per day (depending on experience)
Are you an engaging, patient and resilient individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people?
A welcoming secondary school in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join their specialist Nurture Base on a full-time basis immediately after half term. This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils who are working below age-related expectations and may have additional learning needs (ALN), helping them to engage positively with their education and achieve their full potential.
The Role
* Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities.
* Support small groups of learners with lower-level abilities and additional learning needs.
* Build positive relationships with pupils and promote engagement in learning.
* Maintain a calm, supportive and structured learning environment.
* Work collaboratively with teaching staff, ALN coordinators and pastoral teams.
* Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
* Experience working with secondary-aged pupils.
* Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.
* Experience supporting pupils with ALN, SEMH or additional support needs.
* Confidence managing small groups and supervising learning activities.
* A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What We Offer
* Full-time, long-term opportunity in a supportive Cardiff secondary school.
* Competitive daily rates of pay.
* Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
* Valuable experience within a specialist nurture provision.
* Opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils who require additional support to succeed.
If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and personally, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
Full-Time | Immediate Start After Half Term
-120 - -130 per day (depending on experience)
Are you an engaging, patient and resilient individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people?
A welcoming secondary school in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated Cover Supervisor to join their specialist Nurture Base on a full-time basis immediately after half term. This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils who are working below age-related expectations and may have additional learning needs (ALN), helping them to engage positively with their education and achieve their full potential.
The Role
* Deliver pre-planned lessons and learning activities.
* Support small groups of learners with lower-level abilities and additional learning needs.
* Build positive relationships with pupils and promote engagement in learning.
* Maintain a calm, supportive and structured learning environment.
* Work collaboratively with teaching staff, ALN coordinators and pastoral teams.
* Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
* Experience working with secondary-aged pupils.
* Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to build rapport quickly.
* Experience supporting pupils with ALN, SEMH or additional support needs.
* Confidence managing small groups and supervising learning activities.
* A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach.
* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What We Offer
* Full-time, long-term opportunity in a supportive Cardiff secondary school.
* Competitive daily rates of pay.
* Dedicated support from an experienced education consultant.
* Valuable experience within a specialist nurture provision.
* Opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils who require additional support to succeed.
If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and personally, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.