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Early Career Teacher Opportunities – Primary & SEND
Location: Rochdale Borough (including Heywood, Middleton, Castleton, Littleborough, Milnrow & more)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: ☒ Day-to-Day☒ Short-Term☒ Long-Term
Employment Type: ☒ Full-Time
Salary / Pay Rate: £130–£150 per day (inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay)
Start Your Teaching Journey with Cover People – Rochdale
Cover People are proud to work with a wide range of supportive and welcoming Primary and SEND schools across the Rochdale borough, from Heywood and Middleton to Littleborough and Milnrow. As we approach the 2025/26 academic year, we’re seeking passionate and motivated Early Career Teachers (ECTs) ready to begin their teaching journey.
Whether you're looking to build experience across varied settings or seeking the right long-term role, we'll help you transition into teaching with opportunities that align with your goals and strengths.
Day-to-day supply teaching
Short-term assignments
Long-term placements
Potential permanent roles
Why Start Your Career with Cover People?
Starting as an ECT can be both exciting and challenging. Our experienced consultants are here to support you every step of the way. We understand the importance of personalised placements and will work closely with you to match you with schools in areas that fit your style, strengths, and commute preferences.
What We Offer ECTs
Competitive daily pay rates
Flexible working options
Induction and early career support
Access to mentors and classroom feedback
Friendly, inclusive school environments
Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons across the primary curriculum
Build a positive and inclusive classroom culture
Adapt to different school settings and age groups
Support pupil progress through personalised learning approaches
Work collaboratively with school staff and leadership teams
Reflect on your teaching and act on developmental feedback
Completion of teacher training and QTS by September 2025
Strong communication, planning, and classroom management skills
Enthusiasm for primary education and working with children
Ability to travel to schools across Rochdale, including:
Rochdale Town Centre
Heywood
Middleton
Castleton
Littleborough
Milnrow
Wardle
Bamford
and surrounding areas
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply via Cover People)
Apply Today
If you're an ECT looking for your first exciting teaching role, we’d love to hear from you. Take the first step in your teaching journey with the support of a dedicated agency and a diverse network of schools across Rochdale.
Contact Cover People today to learn more or to apply.
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