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Cover Supervisor – Rhondda Cynon Taff

Location: Rhondda Cynon Taff
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time, until the end of the academic year
Pay Rate: £110–£125 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible

Are you a passionate and adaptable Cover Supervisor, recent graduate, or trainee teacher (PGCE in progress) looking to make a real difference in local schools?

We are seeking enthusiastic and flexible individuals to work across a range of Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools in Rhondda Cynon Taff. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in diverse classroom settings while supporting pupils in their learning.

Our partner schools across Rhondda Cynon Taff are welcoming, inclusive, and community focused. They provide nurturing environments where every child is encouraged to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. You’ll be joining supportive teams who value collaboration and professional growth.

• Supervise classes during teacher absences, ensuring pupils remain engaged and on task
• Deliver pre-prepared work and manage daily classroom routines
• Maintain positive behaviour and promote a calm, productive learning environment
• Support pupils with their tasks by answering questions and offering guidance
• Follow school policies and communicate effectively with staff
• Adapt quickly to different subjects, classes, and age groups

• Experience working with children or young people (school-based or otherwise)
• Confidence, reliability, and flexibility across different year groups
• Strong communication skills and positive relationship-building
• A calm, supportive approach to behaviour management
• A genuine interest in education and helping pupils succeed

Teaching Personnel provides guidance and support for obtaining:

• Education Workforce Council (EWC) Registration
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Two recent professional references

• Competitive daily pay rate: £110–£125 per day
• Access to free online courses and discounted CPD training
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey
• Opportunities for both short-term and long-term work
• Flexible roles to suit your availability and lifestyle

Apply now by submitting your CV — we look forward to hearing from you!

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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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