Cover Teacher

Cover People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in South Manchester is seeking passionate and adaptable General Cover Teachers for immediate, flexible teaching opportunities. This role involves covering lessons across various subjects and maintaining a positive learning environment. Candidates must possess UK QTS and have experience with the UK curriculum. Join a supportive team dedicated to helping educators thrive while offering competitive pay rates and ongoing professional support.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates, paid weekly

12.07% statutory holiday pay

Ongoing support with CV and interview prep

Qualifications

• UK QTS is essential for the position.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills are required.
• Experience teaching the UK curriculum is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Log behaviour points and safeguarding incidents efficiently.
• Ensure students complete the assigned cover work.
• Manage classroom behaviour to create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Adaptability

Passion for teaching

Education

UK QTS

Job description

General Cover Teacher

Location: South Manchester
Salary: £(Apply online only) per day (includes statutory holiday pay)
Job Type: Short Term Flexible Working Hours
Start Date: Immediately

About the Role

Cover People are currently recruiting passionate and adaptable General Cover Teachers to work across a range of supportive secondary schools in the South Manchester area. We have immediate opportunities for flexible, short-term supply teaching that allows you to make a real difference without the commitment of a long-term role.

This is a great opportunity for reliable and confident educators who enjoy variety in their working week. You’ll cover lessons across different subjects and year groups, ensuring learning continues smoothly in the absence of the regular class teacher. We're looking for quick-thinking teachers with strong classroom presence and excellent behaviour management skills.

Our partner schools across South Manchester are welcoming and well-organised, and they're looking for local supply staff who can build consistent relationships and provide high-quality classroom cover on a week-to-week basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently log behaviour points/safeguarding incidents
• Ensure students are completely the set cover work during the cover lesson
• Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment

Person Specification

Essential:

• UK QTS
• Experience teaching UK curriculum
• Strong classroom and behaviour management
• A passion for teaching and pupil progress
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join Cover People?

At Cover People, we’re committed to supporting teachers and support staff at every stage of their career.

We are proudly APSCo+ verified, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards in education recruitment. This means both schools and candidates benefit from a trusted, compliant, and ethical service.

When you join Cover People, you can expect:

• A wide range of temporary, long-term, and permanent opportunities across Greater Manchester and
• Competitive pay rates, paid weekly
• 12.07% statutory holiday pay
• A friendly, experienced team of education consultants who listen and support your goals
• Roles tailored to your skills, values, and lifestyle
• Ongoing support including CV guidance, interview prep, and market insights

Safeguarding and Compliance

As part of our safeguarding commitment, all successful applicants must:

• Hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Provide two professional references>
• Submit to overseas police checks (if applicable)
• Provide a full CV with all employment gaps clearly explained