Cover Supervisor – Step Into the Classroom & Build Your Education Career
Location: Rhondda Cynon Taff, Merthyr & Caerphilly
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time — Until end of academic year
Pay: £110–£125 per day (based on experience)
Start: ASAP
Not Just Cover — Classroom Leadership Experience
Most Cover Supervisor ads promise “variety.” This one delivers real classroom leadership experience across Primary, Secondary, and SEN settings — giving you practical, CV-building skills that schools and teacher training providers genuinely value.
Ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, PGCE students, and professionals transitioning into education — this role gives you structured exposure, real responsibility, and consistent support.
Why This Role Stands Out
* Work across multiple school types to rapidly grow your classroom confidence
* Gain direct behaviour management and lesson delivery experience
* Perfect pathway into teacher training or long-term school roles
* Flexible scheduling — choose the work pattern that suits you
* Priority placement opportunities for strong performers
* Ongoing feedback to help you improve and progress
The Schools You’ll Support
You’ll work in welcoming, community-driven schools across Rhondda Cynon Taff where staff collaborate, behaviour systems are clear, and support is available when you need it. These are environments where Cover Supervisors are treated as professionals — not just placeholders.
What You’ll Actually Be Doing
* Leading whole classes during teacher absence
* Delivering structured, pre-set lessons with confidence
* Keeping pupils focused, engaged, and on task
* Managing classroom behaviour using school systems
* Supporting learning through clear guidance and encouragement
* Adjusting quickly to different subjects and age groups
* Providing handover feedback to teaching staff
✅ Strong Applicants Often Come From
* Graduate backgrounds
* PGCE / teacher training pathways
* Youth work or coaching
* Tutoring or mentoring roles
* Teaching assistant experience
* Care or support work with young people
We’re Looking For People Who Are
* Calm, confident, and organised
* Comfortable leading a room
* Adaptable and quick-thinking
* Professional and dependable
* Strong communicators
* Genuinely interested in education and pupil development
Requirements (Supported Process)
We provide step-by-step help with:
* Education Workforce Council registration
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
* Two recent professional references
Why Work With Teaching Personnel
* Competitive daily pay rates
* Free training & discounted CPD courses
* Dedicated consultant support — real people, real guidance
* Access to a large network of local schools
* Flexible short-term and long-term opportunities
* Clear progression routes into teaching and school careers
Turn Classroom Cover Into Career Momentum
If you want more than day-to-day supply — and you’re ready to build real classroom leadership experience — apply now with your CV and availability.
Lead the room. Build your experience. Open doors in education. #INDTP
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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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