Science Cover Supervisor; Fluent Welsh

Welsh‑Speaking Cover Supervisor (Science Specialism)

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Type:
Contract / Long‑term / Supply (depending on availability)

Location:

Cardiff

Start date:

ASAP

Hours:

Full‑time

Pay: £100–£120 per day (dependent on experience)

• Supervise whole classes during the short‑term absence of teaching staff
• Deliver pre‑prepared lesson materials, with a focus on science subjects
• Support pupils’ learning through the medium of Welsh
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and well‑managed classroom environment
• Manage behaviour in line with school policies
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and engagement
• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour at all times
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the wider school community

• Degree in a science‑based subject or related field (e.g., sports science)
• Fluency in Welsh (spoken and written)
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration (or willingness to apply)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
• Experience working with young people in an educational setting
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• A confident and adaptable approach to covering a range of subjects, particularly science

• A degree or strong background in a science‑related subject
• Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor or Teaching Assistant in a secondary school
• Experience supporting KS3 and KS4 learners
• A proactive and flexible attitude

• A successful interview process
• Satisfactory references
• Safeguarding & Prevent training
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate categories
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
• Successful completion of a 12‑week / 60‑day employment trial period

• Not currently based within the UK
• Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
• Without experience working with young people in a school or educational setting