Psychology, Sociology & PSHE Teacher - Maternity Cover | Trafford | £168-£232 per day
Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a passionate Social Sciences teacher for an exceptional opportunity - could this be your next role?
Are you a confident and engaging teacher of Psychology, Sociology and PSHE looking for a rewarding maternity cover position in a high-achieving girls' secondary school environment?
We are working with a well-regarded and oversubscribed girls' secondary school in Trafford, seeking a dedicated teacher to join their team from June 2026 through to Christmas 2026. This is a full-time role within a supportive, ambitious and academically driven setting where students are encouraged to aim high and achieve excellence.
The Role
Full-time Psychology, Sociology & PSHE Teacher
GCSE focus across all three subjects
Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Plan and deliver engaging, structured lessons to mixed-ability classes
Assess, track and support student progress in line with curriculum expectations
Contribute to a high-performing Humanities/Social Sciences departmentThe School
High-achieving and oversubscribed girls' secondary school
Strong reputation for academic excellence and pastoral care
Students are motivated, respectful and ambitious
Supportive leadership team and collaborative department culture
A school that values high standards, inclusion and student wellbeing equally
Excellent transport links across Trafford and surrounding areasWhat We're Looking For
QTS, QTLS, or equivalent secondary teaching qualification
Experience teaching Psychology and/or Sociology at GCSE level (PSHE desirable)
Strong classroom management and ability to engage learners of all abilities
A teacher who can deliver clear, structured and engaging lessons
Ability to contribute positively to both academic and pastoral developmentPay & Benefits
Competitive daily rate: £168 - £232 per day
Access to 2,500+ free CPD courses via The National College
Full interview preparation and ongoing support
Help with planning and placement guidance
Simple online portal for timesheets and availability
In-house payroll team - no third parties
Flexible holiday pay options
Referral rewards and networking opportunitiesIf you're a committed Social Sciences teacher looking to make an impact in a high-performing school environment during a maternity cover role, we would love to hear from you.
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