Welsh-Speaking Cover Supervisor (Science Specialism)

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PAYE contract

Training & Support

Dedicated candidate manager

Fair pay policy

Job summary

Elementa Support Services is recruiting a Welsh-speaking Cover Supervisor to support a Cardiff secondary school, delivering science-focused lessons in the Welsh medium when teachers are absent and guiding KS3/KS4 learners.

As a Cover Supervisor you will supervise classes, deliver pre-prepared materials, maintain high behaviour standards, and provide feedback to teaching staff. This is a contract/long-term supply role with weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Degree in science-based subject or related field.
• Fluency in Welsh (spoken and written).
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration or willingness to apply.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Experience working with young people in an educational setting.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Confident and adaptable covering a range of subjects, particularly science.

Responsibilities

• Supervise whole classes during short-term absences of teaching staff.
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials, focusing on science subjects.
• Support pupils’ learning through the medium of Welsh.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, well-managed classroom environment.
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and engagement.
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and positive behaviour at all times.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the wider school community.

Skills

Welsh fluency

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptable / flexible

Experience with young people

Education

Science-based degree

Job description

Welsh-Speaking Cover Supervisor (Science Specialism)

• Type: Contract / Long-term / Supply (depending on availability)
• Location: Cardiff
• Start date: ASAP
• Hours: Full-time
• Pay: £100–£120 per day (dependent on experience)

Are you a fluent Welsh-speaking Cover Supervisor with a passion for science and supporting young people in their learning? Do you have the confidence to lead a classroom and maintain a positive learning environment in the absence of the class teacher?

Elementa Support Services is working in partnership with an inclusive and forward-thinking secondary school to recruit an enthusiastic Welsh-speaking Cover Supervisor to fill an ongoing role within their science department. This role offers the opportunity to support pupils across KS3 and KS4, ensuring continuity of learning while delivering pre-set work and maintaining high standards of behaviour and engagement.

About the Role

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise whole classes during the short-term absence of teaching staff
• Deliver pre-prepared lesson materials, with a focus on science subjects
• Support pupils’ learning through the medium of Welsh
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and engagement
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour at all times
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider school community

What We’re Looking For

To be considered, candidates must have:

• Degree in science based subject or a related field ("eg: sports science")
• Fluency in Welsh (spoken and written)
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration (or willingness to apply)
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
• Experience working with young people in an educational setting
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• A confident and adaptable approach to covering a range of subjects, particularly science

Desirable

• A degree or strong background in a science-related subject
• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or Teaching Assistant in a secondary school
• Experience supporting KS3 and KS4 learners
• A proactive and flexible attitude

Recruitment & Safeguarding Information

All applications will be managed by Elementa Support Services as the recruitment partner for this client. Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of their processes and all successful applicants will have a full pre-screen to assess their suitability for the role.

Any appointment will be subject to:

• A successful interview process
• Satisfactory references
• Safeguarding & Prevent training
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate categories
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
• Successful completion of a 12‑week / 60 paid day employment trial period

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
• PAYE contract – unless requested otherwise, providing full employment protections
• Training & Support – free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
• Dedicated candidate manager providing regular welfare contact and ongoing support
• Fair pay policy – transparent daily rates; any variation agreed in writing prior to placement
• Additional staff support services – access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more

This Role Is Not Suitable For Applicants:

• Not currently based within the UK
• Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
• Without experience working with young people in a school or educational setting