Cover Supervisor

Teaching Personnel; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a Cover Supervisor in Monmouthshire, South Wales. This role involves managing a classroom and delivering lessons across subjects while supporting students’ academic and social development. Perfect for graduates or teaching assistants. Competitive daily pay and opportunities for training and support provided. The position starts in January 2026 and may lead to permanent employment.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated recruitment consultant support

Free online courses and discounted CPD opportunities

Access to both temporary and permanent opportunities

Qualifications

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• An Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service.
• Level 2 Safeguarding training.
• At least two professional references covering 24 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a classroom while delivering pre-set lessons.
• Engage pupils and maintain focus.
• Support pupils’ social and emotional development.

Skills

Confidence to lead a class and manage behaviour positively

Supportive of students’ academic, social, and emotional development

Familiar with core curriculum subjects

Experience working with young people

Job description

Location: Monmouthshire, South Wales
Pay Rate: £110-£120 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Start Jan 2026

About the Role

Are you a confident and organised individual with a passion for education?

A welcoming and supportive secondary school in Monmouthshire is seeking a Cover Supervisor to join its team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience and explore a future career in teaching.

The school is a caring and inclusive community with a strong focus on staff and pupil wellbeing. A collaborative pastoral team works effectively to support pupils, fostering positive staff morale and teamwork. The school also benefits from a Specialist Resource Base (SRB) for pupils with complex needs, providing high-quality support for social, emotional and life‑skill development. A strong Personal and Social Education programme, clear behaviour expectations and committed leadership ensure pupils are supported to become ambitious, responsible and resilient learners.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will confidently manage a classroom while delivering pre‑set lessons across a range of subjects in the absence of teaching staff. You do not need to be a subject specialist; however, you must be self‑assured, proactive and able to engage pupils, maintain focus and manage behaviour effectively to create a positive learning environment.

This role is well suited to graduates considering a career in teaching, teaching assistants looking to progress, or individuals with experience working with young people who are confident in leading groups and keen to make a meaningful impact in education.

Who We’re Looking for?

• Confidence to lead a class and manage behaviour positively
• Aged 18 or over
• Supportive of students’ academic, social, and emotional development
• Familiar with core curriculum subjects
• Experience working with young people (e.g. youth work, coaching, tutoring, school support) is desirable but not essential

Requirements

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• AnEnhanced Child DBSon the Update Service
• Level 2 Safeguarding training
• At least two professional referencescovering 24 months employment

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Dedicated recruitment consultant support
• A wide range of free online courses and discounted CPD opportunities
• Access to both temporary and permanent opportunities across local partnership schools

Step into the Classroom and Make a Difference

If you’re confident leading a class and supporting pupils to stay focused and engaged, this Cover Supervisor role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact in schools.

Submit your CV today and take the next step in your teaching journey.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. The position is temporary with the possibility of becoming permanent. The role includes 12.07% statutory holiday pay and requires safeguarding checks in line with DfE guidance. Full assistance is provided for DB checks and child protection training.