General Secondary Teacher

 Job Title: General Secondary Teacher

Location: Cardiff and surrounding areas
Start Date: Immediately
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 possess excellent classroom management skills and the confidence to deliver engaging lessons across various subjects?

Would you like to gain valuable experience in a variety of mainstream secondary schools across Cardiff and neighbouring areas?

TeacherActive specialises in placing qualified Secondary Teachers with QTS in flexible, day-to-day roles within mainstream secondary schools across Cardiff and surrounding areas. Our strong partnerships with local schools enable us to offer frequent opportunities in supportive environments that prioritise high-quality teaching and learning.

We are looking for a General Secondary Teacher to commence in September 2026, providing cover for both planned and unforeseen staff absences across multiple subjects. This flexible role suits educators who enjoy variety, can quickly establish positive relationships with students and colleagues, and confidently deliver prepared lessons while 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 across different subjects and school settings
• Strong communication and organisational abilities
• 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 Continuous Professional Development (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 remunerated through 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.