Full job descriptionAspiring Teacher Opportunity – Gain Classroom Experience as a Cover Supervisor! Location: Swansea & surrounding areas
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time / Flexible supply
Pay: £110–£120 per day
Agency: Teaching Personnel
Are you a future teacher looking to gain valuable classroom experience before starting your PGCE or teacher training? ??
Teaching Personnel are recruiting confident and motivated individuals to work as Cover Supervisors in secondary schools. This is the perfect stepping stone into teaching, giving you real classroom exposure while building essential skills.
The RoleAs a Cover Supervisor, you’ll step into the classroom to deliver pre-set lessons in the absence of a teacher. This role is ideal for developing your confidence, presence, and classroom management skills.
Your responsibilities will include:
Delivering pre-prepared lesson plans across a range of subjects
Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring a positive learning environment
Keeping students engaged and on-task
Providing feedback to teaching staff
Gaining experience in a variety of secondary school settings
Why This Role is Perfect for Future Teachers Build strong classroom management skills – essential for teacher training
Gain hands-on experience in real secondary school environments
Develop your confidence leading a classroom independently
Strengthen your PGCE or teacher training applications
Explore different schools to find the right fit for your future career
What We’re Looking ForThe ideal candidate will have:
A degree (or currently studying towards one)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Confidence to lead a classroom independently
A proactive, resilient and adaptable attitude
Reliability and consistency – schools value dependable staff
A genuine passion for education and supporting young people
Why Join Teaching Personnel? Ongoing support throughout the vetting and onboarding process
Access to CPD training and development to enhance your skills
Classroom management & behaviour training available
? Dedicated consultant to support your progression into teaching
Flexible opportunities with potential long-term placements
Competitive daily pay of £110–£120
Take the First Step Into TeachingThis role offers invaluable experience that will set you apart when applying for teacher training. If you’re serious about becoming a teacher, there’s no better way to start.
Apply today with Teaching Personnel and kickstart your teaching career this September!
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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