JOB TITLE Cover Supervisor
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Prospero Teaching is looking for a Cover Supervisor to work across a range of schools in Cardiff and the surrounding areas. The candidate will be covering a range of subjects but will prioritised in subjects the Candide is strongest in. Ideally the candidate will have been educated to a degree level and feel confident covering lessons to a high standard. Whist work will be provided from the school, it is expected that the staff have a high standard of behaviour management skills.
The position is open to both graduates and experienced cover supervisors. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position.
CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
Location Cardiff
Position Cover Supervisor
Type of work Covering classes in the absence of a Class Teacher
Start date ASAP
Duration / Likely Duration ongoing until further notice
End date (if applicable) N/A
Contract type Temporary & Permanent
Full time/part time Part & Full time
Minimum rate of pay Minimum rate GBP115 per day
Hours 8:30 am 3:30 pm
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
Recent Graduate, with a 2:1 or higher
Previous experience working in a UK school
Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
Provide two professional child related references covering the last 2 years
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
In-house Training and Development Team
Cover Supervisor
Prospero Teaching
Posted a day ago, valid for 5 days
Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF24 0TB, Wales

£115 - £150 per day
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Prospero Teaching is seeking a Cover Supervisor to work in various schools across Cardiff, prioritizing subjects the candidate is strongest in.
- Candidates should ideally hold a degree and have experience covering lessons to a high standard, along with strong behavior management skills.
- The position is open to both recent graduates and experienced cover supervisors, with a minimum pay rate of GBP 115 per day.
- Applicants must have recent experience working in a UK school and up-to-date safeguarding training, as well as the right to work in the UK.
- The role offers the potential for contract extension or a permanent position based on performance, with working hours from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.