General Secondary Teacher

 Job Title: General Secondary Teacher

Location: Cardiff and surrounding areas
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £172.98 per day

Are you a qualified Secondary Teacher with QTS seeking the flexibility to choose when and where you work?

Do you have excellent classroom management skills and the confidence to deliver engaging lessons across a variety of subjects?

Are you keen to gain valuable experience within a range of mainstream secondary schools across Cardiff and the surrounding areas?

TeacherActive specialises in recruiting qualified Secondary Teachers with QTS for flexible, day-to-day placements in a variety of mainstream secondary schools across Cardiff and neighbouring areas. Our well-established partnerships with local schools provide regular opportunities in supportive environments that prioritise outstanding teaching and learning.

We are seeking a General Secondary Teacher to start in September 2027. This role involves covering both planned and unplanned staff absences across multiple subjects. The position is ideal for educators who enjoy variety, can quickly build positive relationships with students and colleagues, and are confident delivering pre-prepared lessons whilst maintaining excellent classroom management.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience teaching in UK mainstream secondary schools
• Exceptional classroom and behaviour management skills
• Ability to adapt swiftly to different subjects and school environments
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A positive, flexible, and proactive approach to teaching

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through a straightforward onboarding process
• Access to CPD courses and certification via the My-Progression platform
• Competitive, market-leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a colleague (terms and conditions apply)

All staff are paid via PAYE, ensuring correct deductions for Tax and National Insurance, with no hidden administrative fees.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click APPLY NOW. We look forward to discussing this rewarding role with you.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.