Welsh Speaking Cover Supervisor - Caerphilly
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Job Advert: Welsh-Speaking Cover Supervisor Needed in Caerphilly!
Join Tradewind Recruitment - Your Trusted Welsh Education Partner
Make a real impact in the classroom while supporting Welsh-medium education.
Are you a fluent Welsh speaker with experience working in schools? We're looking for Welsh-speaking Cover Supervisors to work across a range of primary and secondary schools in Caerphilly and nearby areas. These roles are ideal for confident, organised individuals who enjoy leading classes and supporting young learners.
Make a real impact in the classroom while supporting Welsh-medium education.
At Tradewind Recruitment, we understand the value of Welsh language education, which is why we've developed a dedicated Welsh department to support schools and teachers across Wales. With a designated consultant on hand, we're here to ensure a smooth, supportive, and personalised recruitment journey.
What We Offer:
- Excellent Pay: Rates between 120 - 140 per day, ensuring you're rewarded for your hard work.
- Diverse Opportunities: We work with a wide range of Caerphilly schools, offering roles to match your subject specialism and career goals.
- Support and Expertise: Benefit from our expert consultants who provide guidance tailored to your needs.
- Flexibility: Choose roles that suit your lifestyle, whether short-term, long-term, or permanent.
- Reputation for Excellence: Join one of the most highly recommended agencies in education recruitment, known for our dedication and professionalism.
About You:
Fluency in Welsh (spoken and written)
Experience working with children or young people in a school setting
Confidence managing a classroom and delivering pre-set work
A genuine interest in supporting pupils' development and bilingual learning
Reliability, flexibility, and excellent communication skills
Why Join Tradewind Recruitment?
We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where talent from all backgrounds is celebrated. Whether you're just starting your career or are a seasoned teacher, we're here to help you thrive.
Make your mark in Welsh education and inspire the next generation of learners. Apply today and discover how Tradewind Recruitment can support you on your teaching journey.
Contact Us:
For more information or to apply, get in touch with our Welsh department consultant by emailing or calling
Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College.
Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions all available, all local to you.
Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running.
We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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Application advice
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🏴 Emphasise your Welsh fluency prominently at the top of your CV as this is the primary requirement for all positions
📚 Highlight any experience across multiple subjects since the role covers 'All Subjects' in both primary and secondary settings
🎯 Mention specific classroom management experience as the advert emphasises 'confidence managing a classroom'
📊 Quantify your education experience: 'Supervised 180 pupils across 6 different subject areas'
🌐 Include any CPD courses or professional development as Tradewind offers 2,500+ courses through National College
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- •Supervised 25-30 pupils across 8 different subject areas in Welsh-medium secondary schools, maintaining 95% lesson engagement
- •Delivered pre-set Welsh and English lessons to KS2 classes of 28 pupils, ensuring curriculum continuity during teacher absences
- •Managed classroom behaviour effectively across 15 different schools in Caerphilly, building rapport with over 400 pupils
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Dear Hiring Manager,
Tradewind Recruitment's commitment to Welsh-medium education aligns perfectly with my passion for bilingual learning, which is why I am applying for the Welsh Speaking Cover Supervisor position in Caerphilly. My fluency in spoken and written Welsh, combined with classroom management experience, makes me well-suited to support pupils across primary and secondary settings.
My background in education has equipped me with the confidence to deliver pre-set work across multiple subjects while maintaining the high standards expected in Welsh-medium schools. I understand the importance of continuity in learning and am committed to supporting pupils' development in both languages.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How would you adapt lesson delivery for Welsh-medium education across different subjects?
- ›What strategies would you use to manage a classroom when covering for an absent teacher?
- ›How do you ensure continuity of learning when delivering pre-set work?
- ›What experience do you have working across both primary and secondary education levels?
- ›How would you support bilingual learners in a Welsh-medium classroom?
Behavioural
- ›Describe a time when you had to quickly adapt to cover an unfamiliar subject area
- ›How do you handle challenging behaviour when stepping into an established classroom?
- ›Tell me about a situation where you had to communicate effectively with pupils who had varying Welsh language abilities
- ›Give an example of when you showed flexibility in your work schedule or role requirements
- ›Describe how you would build rapport quickly with a new class you're covering
STAR answer examples
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Describe a time when you had to quickly adapt to cover an unfamiliar subject area
Tell me about a situation where you had to communicate effectively with pupils who had varying Welsh language abilities