cover supervisor

Rhondda Cynon Taf; Abermagwr; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible daily supply work

Local school placements

Support from recruitment team

Job summary

Rhondda Cynon Taf is seeking experienced Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools in Rhondda Cynon Taf and Merthyr. The role involves supervising classes during teacher absences, delivering pre-prepared lessons, and ensuring a safe, focused learning environment within local schools.

Hours are 08:30–15:30, pay is £120 per day, with flexible daily supply placements and ongoing opportunities across South Wales.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising secondary pupils in a school setting.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and school instructions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding responsibilities.
• Professional, dependable and flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Supervising secondary school pupils during teacher absences
• Delivering pre-prepared lessons and classroom activities
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively
• Ensuring pupils stay engaged and complete work
• Providing support and guidance to students
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures
• Providing feedback to teaching staff at the end of each lesson
• Creating a calm, positive and productive learning environment

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Rhondda Cynon Taf and Merthyr Location: Rhondda Cynon Taf and surrounding areas Pay: GBP120 per day Hours: 08:30 - 15:30, 6.5 hours per day Contract: Flexible, temporary and ongoing opportunities Are you an experienced Cover Supervisor in Rhondda Cynon Taf or Merthyr looking for flexible work within local secondary schools? We are recruiting confident and reliable Cover Supervisors to work across secondary schools throughout Rhondda Cynon Taf and Merthyr This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Cover Supervisors who are looking for flexible daily supply work, regular ongoing placements or a better work-life balance. As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during the short-term absence of the usual classroom teacher. Work will already be prepared, and your role will be to ensure pupils remain focused, engaged and working in a safe and positive learning environment.

The Cover Supervisor Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising secondary school pupils during teacher absences
• Delivering pre-prepared lessons and classroom activities
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively
• Ensuring pupils remain engaged and complete the work provided
• Supporting students with questions and general classroom guidance
• Following school policies and safeguarding procedures
• Providing feedback to teaching staff at the end of each lesson
• Creating a calm, positive and productive learning environment

About You

• Strong classroom and behaviour-management skills
• Confidence supervising groups of secondary-aged pupils
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A professional, dependable and flexible approach
• The ability to follow lesson plans and school instructions
• A genuine commitment to supporting young people
• An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities within education

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of £120 per day
• School hours of 08:30 to 15:30
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Opportunities across Rhondda Cynon Taf and the surrounding South Wales area
• A variety of short-term, long-term and ongoing placements
• Support from an experienced education recruitment team
• The opportunity to build relationships with local schools

This role would suit an experienced Cover Supervisor seeking secondary school jobs in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Cover Supervisor jobs in RCT, education jobs in South Wales, flexible school work or regular supply opportunities.