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TeacherActive are proud to be working with Secondary Schools across Cardiff who require reliable and confident Cover Supervisors. These schools provide supportive learning environments and are looking for enthusiastic…

Pay rate £100 – £120/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 24 August 2026

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About this job

TeacherActive are proud to be working with Secondary Schools across Cardiff who require reliable and confident Cover Supervisors. These schools provide supportive learning environments and are looking for enthusiastic staff who can maintain consistency in the classroom while supporting pupils with their learning.

We are looking for Cover Supervisors to work on a temporary, day-to-day basis across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4. As a Cover Supervisor, you will supervise classes during teacher absence, deliver pre-prepared work and manage classroom behaviour, with no planning or lesson preparation required.

The successful Cover Supervisor will have:

CACHE Level 2 / Level 3 or a minimum of 6 months' relevant experience
Experience working with secondary-aged students is desirable
Confidence managing classes of students aged 11 - 16
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Excellent communication skills
A flexible approach to working across different subjects and year groups
In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
Market leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are a Cover Supervisor looking for flexible day-to-day work in Cardiff, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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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

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