Cover Supervisor - Full Time - Tonypandy

TeacherActive Limited.; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultants 24/7 onboarding

Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and 


CPD courses and certificates as part 


Market-leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme – up to

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a reliable Cover Supervisor in Tonypandy to provide general classroom cover across KS3 and KS4. The role runs full-time on a temporary basis until February half term 2027, with pre-planned lessons and resources provided.

The ideal candidate will have strong classroom and behaviour management skills, confidence supervising lessons across a range of subjects, and a proactive professional approach.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cover Supervisor in a secondary school.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Ability to follow pre-planned lessons.

Responsibilities

• Deliver general classroom cover across KS3 and KS4.
• Supervise pupils and deliver pre-prepared activities.
• Maintain pupil engagement and manage behaviour.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff after lessons.
• Support wider school team when required.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Student engagement

Lesson supervision

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Full Time - Tonypandy

Location: Tonypandy, Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT)
Start Date: November 2026 (After Half Term)
Contract: Temporary – Until February Half Term 2027
Salary: £110 per day

Are you an experienced Cover Supervisor with strong classroom management skills?

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

Are you looking for a consistent, long-term placement in a supportive secondary school?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school in Tonypandy, RCT, who are looking to appoint an experienced and reliable Cover Supervisor to join their team after October half term.

This is a full-time, temporary position running until February half term initially, offering an excellent opportunity for someone looking for consistent work within a secondary school environment.

The successful Cover Supervisor will be responsible for delivering general classroom cover across KS3 and KS4, supervising pupils in the absence of their regular teacher. All lesson plans and resources will be provided, allowing you to focus on effective classroom management, maintaining engagement and ensuring pupils remain on task.

The successful Cover Supervisor will have:

Previous experience working as a Cover Supervisor within a secondary school (essential)

Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

Confidence supervising lessons across a range of subjects

The ability to follow pre-planned lessons and maintain a positive learning environment

Excellent communication and organisational skills

A flexible, proactive and professional approach

The role will involve:

Providing general classroom cover across KS3 and KS4

Supervising pupils and delivering pre-prepared lesson activities

Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies

Ensuring pupils remain engaged and complete the work set

Providing feedback to teaching staff following lessons

Supporting the wider school team when required

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)

CPD courses and certificates as part of 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, with no hidden fees

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

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.