Overview
Job Title: Secondary Cover Teacher
Discipline: Teachers
Job Type: Short Term - Flexible Working
Location: Wythenshawe, South Manchester
Start Date: Immediately
Salary: £140 - £180 per day (inclusive of holiday pay)
Job Ref: GCT-SM.AW
Contact: Aaron Ward, (url removed)
Cover People - Secondary School (Wythynshawe, South Manchester)
Are you a passionate and adaptable Teacher with experience covering a range of subjects across secondary year groups? Cover People are seeking a General Cover Teacher for a high school based in Wythenshawe, South Manchester, available for short term, flexible cover. This role is ideal for qualified teachers looking for regular supply work without the commitment of a full-time timetable. You will be joining a welcoming and values-driven school community where strong behaviour management and a calm, professional presence is key. This opportunity would suit candidates local to Trafford and surrounding areas who are looking to establish a regular working relationship with a supportive school.
Responsibilities
* Supervise a variety of pre-planned lessons across KS3 and KS4
* Maintain a positive, productive classroom environment
* Log any safeguarding or behaviour concerns promptly and accurately
* Promote engagement and ensure pupils complete set work effectively
* Step in to plan or adapt lesson activities when cover work is unavailable
* Provide brief feedback to teaching staff on pupil behaviour and lesson progress
* Uphold the school's values and promote a respectful, inclusive classroom culture
* Support pupils with additional needs where appropriate, under teacher/department guidance
Qualifications
* UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
* Experience delivering the UK secondary curriculum
* Effective classroom and behaviour management skills
* Adaptable, reliable, and confident covering multiple subject areas
* Right to work in the UK
Benefits
* Competitive daily pay rates (£140 - £180 per day)
* Free CPD (continuing professional development), including safeguarding and behaviour management
* Opportunity to make a real difference at a school with strong values and a supportive community
* Becoming part of a team that values pastoral care, personal growth, and character development in addition to academic success
Safeguarding & Compliance
* All successful applicants must hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
* Provide two professional references
* Complete full employment history with any gaps explained
* Provide proof of right to work in the UK
How to Apply
Please send your CV, with Job Ref: GCT-SM.AW to Aaron Ward at (url removed).
All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS, safeguarding checks, and employment checks. Cover People act as the employment business on behalf of the school.
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