Job Description:

NOW RECRUITING: Cover Supervisor – Swansea

Location: Swansea
Pay Rate: £100–£115 per day
Start Date: Immediate Start
Setting: Welsh-Medium Secondary School

Make a Difference in the Classroom!

Are you a confident, enthusiastic and reliable Cover Supervisor who can inspire pupils and keep them engaged in their learning?

Do you have strong classroom management skills and the confidence to supervise pupils across KS3 and KS4?

Are you a Welsh speaker looking for an exciting opportunity in a Welsh-medium secondary school?

TeacherActive is working in partnership with a Welsh-medium secondary school in Swansea to recruit a motivated Cover Supervisor for short-term temporary work with an immediate start available!

This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils' learning, build valuable classroom experience and make a real difference in a supportive Welsh-language learning environment.

✨ The Role: What You'll Be Doing

As a Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise classes across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 in the absence of the class teacher.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons and ensure pupils remain focused and engaged.
• Maintain positive behaviour and effective classroom management.
• Support pupils in developing their confidence, independence and learning skills.
• Create a positive, safe and productive classroom environment.

✅ What We're Looking For

The ideal Cover Supervisor will have:

• A relevant qualification or degree (desirable, but not essential).
• Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally in a secondary school.
• Welsh-speaking skills (highly desirable).
• Strong classroom management skills and the confidence to lead a class independently.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, proactive and adaptable attitude.
• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one through the registration process.

What's in It for You?

When you work with TeacherActive, you can expect:

• Competitive daily pay of £100–£115.
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7.
• A quick and straightforward onboarding process.
• Access to CPD courses and certificates through our My-Progression channel.
• The TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (terms and conditions apply).
• PAYE payments, giving you peace of mind that your tax and National Insurance contributions are handled correctly, with no additional admin charges deducted from your hard-earned pay.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're passionate about education, confident managing a classroom and ready to make a positive impact on pupils' learning, we'd love to hear from you!

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APPLY NOW to find out more about this exciting Cover Supervisor opportunity in Swansea. We look forward to hearing from you!

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.