If you're a confident Welsh-speaking Cover Supervisor who enjoys working with young people, thrives on variety, and can step into a classroom with confidence, we'd love to hear from you.
Elementa Support Services is partnering with welcoming Welsh-medium secondary schools across South Wales to find enthusiastic Cover Supervisors who are ready to support pupils, maintain excellent learning environments, and make a real difference every day.
Whether you're looking for long-term stability, flexible supply work, or valuable classroom experience before teacher training, we've got opportunities waiting.
No two days are the same, but you'll be:
Delivering pre-planned lessons through the medium of Welsh when teachers are absent
Managing classrooms confidently to ensure pupils remain engaged and on task
Supporting positive behaviour and creating an inclusive learning environment
Providing guidance and encouragement to individuals and small groups where needed
Working closely with teaching and pastoral staff to support pupils' progress and wellbeing
Upholding safeguarding procedures and promoting high expectations across the school
Becoming a valued member of the wider school community
You'll ideally have:
Fluency in spoken and written Welsh – this is essential
Experience working with children or young people in a school, sports, youth work or similar setting
Excellent communication and classroom management skills
Confidence leading a class independently using pre-prepared lesson plans
A calm, organised and professional approach
Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration, or be willing to obtain it
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (we can help)
Previous experience as a Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant or Teacher
Experience working in Welsh-medium education
A degree or aspirations to train as a teacher
Experience supporting pupils with ALN/Additional Learning Needs
A flexible, proactive attitude and a great sense of teamwork
We don't just find jobs—we support careers.
✔ Weekly PAYE pay
✔ Dedicated candidate manager
✔ Flexible assignments to suit your availability
✔ Free and discounted CPD including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, ALN and Wellbeing training
✔ Fair pay policy with no surprises
✔ Ongoing wellbeing and career support
✔ Access to additional services including legal, tax and accountancy support
Elementa Support Services is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, safeguarding checks, Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration, an Enhanced DBS check, relevant training, and successful completion of our compliance and probation processes.
This role is not suitable for applicants who:
Require UK visa sponsorship
Are currently based outside the UK
Are not fluent Welsh speakers
Do not have recent experience working with children or young people in the UK
Click Apply Now today or get in touch with our friendly team for an informal chat.
We're reviewing applications as they arrive, so don't wait—your next opportunity to inspire, support and lead learners through the medium of Welsh could be just around the corner.
