Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor Opportunity – Brecon, Powys

Location: Brecon, Powys area
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: 08:30 – 15:30, Monday to Friday |  Full-Time (Term Time, Fixed Term)
Pay Rate: £105.00-£125.00 per day

Experienced Cover Supervisor

Are you an experienced Cover Supervisor or an aspiring teacher looking to build valuable classroom experience within a supportive and inspiring secondary school environment?

We are seeking a confident and professional Cover Supervisor to join a fantastic historic secondary school in the Brecon, Powys area. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals considering a future career in teaching, as well as experienced Cover Supervisors who thrive in a classroom setting and are passionate about supporting young people.

The school is in a small rural community with exceptionally high aspirations for every learner. Committed to ensuring all pupils flourish and thrive within a culture of success, where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. Providing outstanding learning opportunities that nurture creativity, celebrate individual talents, and inspire students to become confident, ambitious, and aspirational young people.

The Role

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across a range of subjects.
• Maintain strong classroom management and positive behaviour standards.
• Support students' learning and engagement throughout the school day.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience, and high aspirations.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or working with secondary-aged pupils.
• Excellent classroom management skills.
• Confident leading classes independently.
• Passionate about supporting young people to achieve their best.
• Interested in pursuing a teaching career or developing further experience within education.
• Adaptable, professional, and enthusiastic.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a highly regarded secondary school.
• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.
• Experience in a school that values creativity, talent, and achievement.
• A rewarding role within a close-knit rural school community with exceptionally high expectations and ambitions for all learners.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

Since 1996, Teaching Personnel has been the UK’s leading education recruitment agency - connecting thousands of teaching assistants, teachers, and support staff with schools every week.

When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

•  Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities in local schools.
•  Free professional development and ongoing training.
•  A dedicated recruitment consultant for personal support.
•  Competitive weekly pay aligned with market-leading rates.
•  Experience across a variety of school settings.

 A referral bonus when your recommendation completes five days of work

If you are an experienced Cover Supervisor or a future teacher eager to gain hands-on classroom experience in an inspiring school setting, we would love to hear 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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