General Secondary Teacher

Job Title: General Secondary Teacher Location: Cardiff and surrounding areas Start Date: September 2026 Salary: £172.98 per day About the Role Are you a qualified Secondary Teacher with QTS looking for the flexibility…

Pay rate £172/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 1 September 2026

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Job Title: General Secondary Teacher

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

About the Role

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

Do you possess excellent classroom management skills and the confidence to deliver engaging lessons across a broad range of subjects?

Would you like to gain valuable experience working within various mainstream secondary schools across Cardiff and the surrounding areas?

About Us

TeacherActive specialises in placing qualified Secondary Teachers with QTS into flexible, day-to-day assignments across mainstream secondary schools in Cardiff and neighbouring areas. Our strong partnerships with local schools provide regular opportunities in supportive environments that prioritise outstanding teaching and learning.

Role Overview

We are seeking a General Secondary Teacher to commence in September 2027. This role involves covering both planned and unexpected staff absences across multiple subjects. It is ideal for educators who thrive on variety, quickly build positive relationships with students and colleagues, and confidently deliver pre-prepared lessons while maintaining excellent classroom management.

Key Requirements

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

What We Offer

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 pay rates
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.

How to Apply

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

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