Cover Supervisor - Flexible Ad-Hoc Work

Teaching Personnel; Pontypridd; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-regarded secondary school in Pontypridd is seeking flexible, ad-hoc Cover Supervisors to deliver pre-planned lessons and manage classroom behavior. Ideal for graduates or teaching assistants, this role requires no formal qualifications, but a strong classroom presence and communication skills are essential. Join Teaching Personnel for competitive pay, flexible hours, and valuable training opportunities in education.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay (£110–£120)

Flexible hours

Access to CPD and training courses

Qualifications

• No formal teaching qualifications required.
• Experience working with children or young people preferred but not essential.
• Willingness to apply for a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure pupils remain on task.
• Report any concerns or issues to school staff.

Skills

Classroom presence

Communication skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

Degree or Level 3 qualification

Job description

Cover Supervisor – Flexible Ad-Hoc Work – Secondary School – Pontypridd

Location: Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Job Type: Flexible / Ad-Hoc
Pay: £110 – £120 per day
Start Date: September 2025, ongoing
Sector: Education – Secondary School
Employer: Teaching Personnel

Are you looking for flexible work in education? Do you want to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive secondary school environment? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting Cover Supervisors to work on an ad-hoc, flexible basis in a well-regarded secondary school in Pontypridd.

This role is perfect for graduates, teaching assistants, or anyone looking to take their first step into a school setting. No formal teaching qualifications required – just confidence, adaptability, and a passion for working with young people. Bespoke Cover Supervisor training is provided by a member of the Teaching Personnel team at regular intervals throughout the academic year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the regular teacher
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure pupils remain on task
• Support students across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Report any concerns or issues to school staff

Requirements:

• Strong classroom presence and confident communication skills
• Experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential)
• Flexible and reliable with short-notice availability
• A degree or Level 3 qualification is advantageous but not mandatory
• A DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay (£110–£120 per day)
• Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle and other commitments
• Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella company fees
• Access to a wide range of CPD and training courses
• A personal consultant to guide and support your journey

Apply Now
Click “Apply” to submit your CV and a member of our Cardiff Secondary Team will be in touch. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable experience in secondary education in Pontypridd.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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