Cover Supervisor - Aberdare - Full Time

TeacherActive Ltd; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a secondary school in Aberdare to recruit a confident and reliable Cover Supervisor. The role is temporary and starts immediately, covering classes across KS3 and KS4 until Christmas 2026.

The successful candidate will supervise lessons, deliver pre-prepared activities and maintain a positive learning environment with strong behaviour management. A proactive, flexible approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young people, preferably within a secondary school environment.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the confidence to manage challenging classroom situations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to supervise lessons across a range of subjects at KS3 and KS4.
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting pupils and staff.
• The ability to establish positive relationships with pupils while maintaining clear classroom expectations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise classes in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson activities and keep pupils engaged in learning.
• Support staff and ensure a positive, safe learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Engaging with young people

Communication skills

Job description

Cover Supervisor – Secondary School – Aberdare

Job Title: Cover Supervisor

Start Date: Immediate Start

Contract: Temporary – Until Christmas 2026

Are you a confident and adaptable individual with strong classroom management skills?

Do you have experience working with young people and maintaining a positive learning environment?

Can you confidently manage a classroom and keep pupils engaged in their learning?

TeacherActive is delighted to be working with a secondary school in Aberdare that is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisor to join their team immediately.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience working in a secondary school environment who is confident managing classrooms across a range of subjects and age groups.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising classes in the absence of the regular teacher, delivering pre-prepared lesson activities and ensuring pupils remain engaged and focused on their learning.

This is a

temporary position running from ASAP until Christmas 2026, offering valuable experience within a secondary school setting.

The successful Cover Supervisor will have:

• Previous experience working with young people, preferably within a secondary school environment
• Strong behaviour management skills and the confidence to manage challenging classroom situations
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to supervise lessons across a range of subjects at KS3 and KS4
• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting pupils and staff
• The ability to establish positive relationships with pupils while maintaining clear classroom expectations

In return, you can expect:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through the onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
• Market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
• PAYE payment, so you can rest assured that you're paying the right level of tax and National Insurance

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.