Aspiring Teacher - Secondary School

Aspiring Teacher – Secondary School

Location: Caldicot, South Wales
Pay Rate: £110-£120 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: September Start – End of Academic Year (Immediate start for the right applicant)

Secondary Schools Across Newport

Are you considering a future career in teaching and looking to gain valuable classroom experience?

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting enthusiastic and confident individuals to work as Cover Supervisors within secondary schools across Newport. This opportunity is ideal for graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with experience working with young people who are looking to build their confidence and develop hands-on experience within education.

As a Cover Supervisor, you will step into the classroom to supervise lessons during teacher absences, ensuring students remain engaged with the work provided and maintaining a positive learning environment. You will gain first-hand experience managing classrooms, supporting student learning, and working alongside experienced education professionals.

This role provides an excellent foundation for those looking to progress into teacher training, PGCE courses, or long-term careers within education.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Delivering pre-planned lessons across a variety of subjects
• Managing classroom behaviour and ensuring students remain on task
• Building positive relationships with students and staff
• Supporting students with their learning and engagement
• Gaining valuable classroom management experience

No lesson planning or marking is required, making this an ideal stepping stone into teaching.

Who Are We Looking For?

We would love to hear from individuals who are:

• Considering a future career in teaching or education
• Graduates or currently studying at university
• Passionate about working with young people
• Confident communicators with strong interpersonal skills
• Resilient, adaptable, and professional

Previous experience working with young people through tutoring, coaching, mentoring, youth work, or volunteering is highly beneficial but not essential.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

By joining Teaching Personnel, you will benefit from:

• Flexible work to fit around studies or other commitments
• Competitive weekly pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Free CPD training, including behaviour management and safeguarding
• Opportunities to gain long-term school experience
• A pathway into teacher training and permanent education roles

Many of our Cover Supervisors go on to complete teacher training or secure long-term positions within schools.

Requirements

To work with Teaching Personnel, candidates will need:

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two professional references covering the last 24 months
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) – (support provided)
• Completion of a Level 2 Safeguarding course during onboarding

Teaching Personnel will support successful applicants through the full compliance and registration process.

Ready to Take the First Step into Teaching?

If you are eager to gain classroom experience and start building a career within education, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today to apply for this exciting Cover Supervisor opportunity in Newport.

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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