Cover Supervisor - No Experience Required

Cover Supervisor

Location: Rhondda Cynon Taff, Merthyr Tydfil, Caerphilly
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time roles available until the end of the academic year
Pay Rate: £110–£130 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2026

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education? Whether you're looking for a new challenge or want to gain valuable experience working in schools, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and adaptable individuals to work as Cover Supervisors across Primary, Secondary, and SEN schools in Rhondda Cynon Taff, Merthyr Tydfil, and Caerphilly. No previous classroom experience or teaching qualifications are required, as we provide Cover Supervisor training to help you feel confident and prepared for the role.

As a Cover Supervisor, you'll step into the classroom when a teacher is absent, ensuring pupils remain engaged with the work that has been set and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising classes during teacher absences.

• Delivering pre-prepared lesson materials.

• Managing classroom behaviour and promoting a positive learning environment.

• Supporting pupils with their work where appropriate.

• Following school policies and procedures.

• Working across a variety of subjects and year groups.

• Confident, reliable, and adaptable individuals.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• The ability to remain calm and organised in a classroom environment.

• Welsh speakers are encouraged to apply, although this is not essential.

• Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service.

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration, or willingness to register.

• Two recent professional references.

• Competitive daily pay of £110–£130 per day.

• Free Cover Supervisor training to prepare you for the role.

• Access to free online training and discounted CPD courses.

• Dedicated support from your personal consultant.

• Flexible work to suit your availability.

• Opportunities for both short-term and long-term placements in local schools.

If you're ready to make a difference in the classroom and begin a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your CV!

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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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