Cover Supervisor (No Formal Teaching Qualification Required)
Location: Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT)
Daily Rate: £120
Work Pattern: Flexible / Ad Hoc Opportunities
Are you confident, well-organised, and interested in gaining experience in education?
We are looking for reliable individuals to work as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools across Rhondda Cynon Taf. This role is ideal for anyone wanting to explore a career in education, build classroom experience, or take on flexible work that fits around other commitments.
Many people who start in this role go on to teacher training or long-term positions within schools.
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About the Role
As a Cover Supervisor, you will take charge of the classroom in the teacher’s absence, delivering lessons that are already prepared. Your main focus will be to keep students engaged, on task, and working in a positive environment.
Key responsibilities include:
* Delivering pre-set lessons to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students
* Maintaining classroom discipline in line with school expectations
* Creating a focused and productive learning atmosphere
* Completing attendance registers and following safeguarding procedures
* Supporting students in completing assigned work
* Providing feedback to teaching staff after each session
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Who Should Apply?
This opportunity suits individuals who enjoy working with young people and want to gain hands-on school experience.
We encourage applications from:
* Graduates considering a future in teaching
* Sports coaches, youth workers, or mentors
* Teaching assistants seeking further classroom exposure
* Individuals with experience supporting teenagers
* Career changers exploring the education sector
Previous school experience is beneficial but not required.
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What We’re Looking For
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
* Confidence leading a classroom
* Strong communication skills
* A calm and professional approach to behaviour management
* Reliability and good organisational skills
* Flexibility to work in different schools across RCT
A driving licence is advantageous but not essential.
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Compliance Requirements
To work in this role, you will need:
* An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
* Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
* Two professional references covering the past two years
If you don’t already have these in place, support will be provided to help you obtain them.
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What You’ll Get in Return
* Competitive daily rate of £120
* Flexible working to suit your availability
* Free access to CPD training and development courses
* Opportunities for longer-term placements
* Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
* Valuable experience to support future career progression in education
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Apply Now
If you’re ready to gain experience in secondary schools and make a positive impact in the classroom, we’d love to hear from you.
Please ensure your CV includes a full 10-year employment history, including months and years.
Suitable applicants will be contacted to discuss current opportunities in local schools.
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.
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