Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Wales; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Varied local schools

Flexible hours

Weekly PAYE

Refer a Friend

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is recruiting Cover Supervisors for secondary schools in Rhondda Cynon Taff. You will deliver pre-prepared lessons in the absence of a classroom teacher, keeping students engaged and on task. No teaching qualification is required, and full training and support are provided.

The role suits individuals with enthusiasm for education, strong communication skills, and a calm, adaptable approach. Competitive daily pay and flexible, part-time or full-time opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Must have a genuine interest in education.
• Confident communicating with large groups of students.
• Natural leadership qualities.
• Sport coaching, mentoring or youth work background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Deliver pre-set work and keep pupils focused on learning.
• Take registers and report absences accurately.
• Adapt quickly to timetable changes and build positive relationships.
• Maintain a safe and productive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Leadership

Youth work background

Education

Graduate or A‑Level standard

Job description

Cover Supervisor - Secondary Schools (Unqualified Teaching)

Location: Rhondda Cynon Taff (RCT)
Pay: £120 per day
Hours: 8:30AM - 3:30PM (Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available)

Are you a motivated, confident, and passionate individual looking to start a career in education?

We're working with a number of secondary schools across and the surrounding areas and are seeking enthusiastic Cover Supervisors to support pupils and staff. You do not need to be a qualified teacher for this role. If you have the right attitude, strong communication skills, and a positive work ethic, we'll provide the training and support needed to help you succeed.

The Role

So, what is a Cover Supervisor? A Cover Supervisor is responsible for delivering pre-prepared lessons in the absence of the classroom teacher, ensuring students remain engaged and on task throughout the lesson.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies and procedures
• Delivering pre-set work and ensuring pupils stay focused on their learning
• Taking registers and accurately reporting absences
• Adapting quickly to changes in your daily timetableBuilding positive relationships with students and staff
• Maintaining a safe and productive learning environment

Who You Are

This role would suit someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in education and working with young people
• Is confident communicating with large groups of students
• Possesses natural leadership qualities
• Has a sporting, coaching, mentoring, or youth work background
• Is a graduate, undergraduate, or educated to A-Level standard
• Can remain calm, professional, and adaptable in a classroom environment

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rate of £120 per day
• Free training and support before you start
• Opportunities to work across a variety of local secondary schools
• Flexible working to fit around your schedule
• Valuable classroom experience for those considering a career in teaching
• Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn £50 when you refer someone who works through Teaching Personnel.

Important Information

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• Obtain an Enhanced Child Workforce DBS Certificate (or be willing to apply for one)
• Register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• Provide professional references covering your recent employment history

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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