General Secondary Teacher

TeacherActive; Mountain Ash; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultant support

CPD access and certification via My-CP

Competitive pay rates

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a General Secondary Teacher to join its flexible supply team in Wales. The role involves covering both planned and unplanned absences across multiple subjects, starting September 2027.

You will deliver pre-prepared lessons and uphold outstanding classroom management in diverse secondary schools across RCT and surrounding areas. Ideal candidates hold QTS, have UK mainstream secondary teaching experience, and can adapt quickly to different subjects and school environments.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent teaching qualification in the UK.
• Experience teaching in UK mainstream secondary schools is required.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide cover for planned and unplanned staff absences across multiple subjects.
• Deliver pre-prepared lessons and maintain high standards of teaching and behaviour.

Skills

QTS

UK secondary teaching experience

Classroom management

Curriculum adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Wales/ temporary / £172.98 - 172.98 per day

Location: RCT and surrounding areas
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £172.98 per day

About the Role

Are you a qualified Secondary Teacher with QTS seeking the flexibility to choose when and where you work?

Do you have excellent classroom management skills and the confidence to deliver engaging lessons across a variety of subjects?

Are you eager to gain valuable experience within diverse mainstream secondary schools across RCT and neighbouring areas?

Who We Are

TeacherActive specialises in recruiting qualified Secondary Teachers with QTS for flexible, day-to-day placements across a range of mainstream secondary schools in RCT and the neighbouring areas. Our strong partnerships with local schools enable us to offer regular opportunities within supportive environments that prioritise high-quality teaching and learning.

Role Overview

We are seeking a General Secondary Teacher to start in September 2027, providing cover for both planned and unplanned staff absences across multiple subjects. This flexible role suits educators who thrive on variety, quickly build positive relationships with students and colleagues, and confidently deliver pre-prepared lessons while maintaining exemplary classroom management.

Key Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in UK mainstream secondary schools
• Outstanding classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to adapt quickly across different subjects and school environments
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A positive, flexible, and proactive approach to teaching

What We Offer

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through a straightforward onboarding process
• Access to CPD courses and certification via the My-Progression platform
• Competitive, market-leading pay rates
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a colleague (terms and conditions apply)

All staff are paid through PAYE, ensuring correct deductions for Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden administrative fees.

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.