Flexible Science Supply Teacher (KS3-4)

Cover People; Salford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-to-day supply

Potential longer-term opportunities

Support from Cover People consultant

Competitive daily pay

Job summary

Cover People is recruiting Science Teachers to work across Salford secondary schools on day-to-day and short-term supply, with flexible start dates. The role covers KS3/KS4 science and involves following school plans, delivering engaging lessons, and supporting a range of abilities.

This placement offers regular pay of £140–£190 per day, with potential longer-term opportunities for consistent performers. You should hold QTS or an equivalent qualification and be confident managing classes and

Qualifications

• QTS or an appropriate teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Science at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge across the Science curriculum.
• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• Ability to follow planning and adapt lessons where appropriate.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A flexible and professional approach.
• A commitment to pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Teach Science across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver Biology, Chemistry and Physics lessons.
• Follow existing lesson plans and school resources.
• Adapt teaching to meet different learning needs.
• Maintain a positive and purposeful classroom environment.
• Manage behaviour effectively and establish clear expectations.
• Support practical Science activities in line with school procedures.
• Work alongside other teaching and support staff.

Skills

Science delivery

Classroom management

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

QTS

Job description

Cover People is recruiting Science Teachers to work across Salford secondary schools on day-to-day and short-term supply, with flexible start dates. The role covers KS3/KS4 science and involves following school plans, delivering engaging lessons, and supporting a range of abilities.

This placement offers regular pay of £140–£190 per day, with potential longer-term opportunities for consistent performers. You should hold QTS or an equivalent qualification and be confident managing classes and