Unqualified Teacher
Location: Newport
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Daily Pay: £110 – £120
Teaching Personnel is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Unqualified Teacher (also known as a Cover Supervisor) to join a thriving secondary school in Newport. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about education and looking to gain valuable classroom experience with pupils aged 11–16.
About the Role:
As a Cover Supervisor, you will play a key role in maintaining continuity of learning during teacher absences. You’ll be responsible for delivering pre-set lesson plans, managing classroom behaviour, and supporting students in their learning journey.
This position is ideal for:
Graduates considering a career in teaching.
Individuals with experience in youth work, coaching, or tutoring.
Anyone looking to gain hands-on experience in a school setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise and manage classrooms in the absence of the regular teacher
Deliver pre-prepared lessons and follow provided lesson plans
Maintain a positive and productive learning environment
Ensure student behaviour aligns with school policies
Provide guidance and support to students during lessons
Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents when required
Requirements:
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
Two recent professional references
Right to work in the UK
Registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) (or willing to register)
Up-to-date safeguarding training (free training provided by Teaching Personnel)
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
Competitive daily rates
Free CPD and safeguarding training
Dedicated consultant support
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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