Humanities Early Careers Teacher

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

Job summary

Cover People is seeking an enthusiastic Humanities Early Career Teacher (ECT) to support secondary education in Tameside. The role involves delivering engaging lessons to KS3 and KS4 while following school policies and collaborating with staff. Competitive pay, induction support, and free CPD training are included in this opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive pay while building experience

Induction support and professional development opportunities

Subject-specific mentoring and feedback

Free CPD training in safeguarding and behaviour management

Qualifications

• Currently completing or recently completed PGCE.
• Degree in Mathematics or a related subject required.
• Passionate about teaching and pupil development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned Humanities lessons.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupil progress and adapt to individual needs.

Skills

Classroom Management

Behaviour Management

Teaching

Passion for Teaching

Education

PGCE or equivalent with QTS

Degree in Mathematics or related subject

Job description

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Humanities Early Careers Teacher, Greater Manchester

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Client:

Cover People

Location:

Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title:
Humanities Teacher – Early Career Teacher (ECT) Opportunities

Start Date:
September 2025 (or earlier for induction/preparation work)

Location:
Tameside – Secondary Schools

Salary / Pay Rate:
£140–£170 per day (inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay)

About the Role:

Cover People are excited to support Early Career Teachers (ECTs) in their first steps into secondary education. We are working closely with welcoming and inclusive secondary schools across Tameside to place newly qualified Humanities Teachers in day-to-day and short-term roles — with long-term or permanent options often arising.

Whether you’re looking to build confidence, complete your induction, or gain varied classroom experience across KS3 and KS4, we offer flexible placements tailored to your aspirations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned Humanities lessons to KS3 and KS4 pupils
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment
• Maintain classroom behaviour and follow school policies
• Work collaboratively with staff and participate in school life
• Support pupil progress and adapt to individual needs
• Develop your practice with guidance from mentors and experienced colleagues

Person Specification:

Essential:
• Currently completing or recently completed PGCE or equivalent with QTS
• Degree in Mathematics or a related subject
• Passion for teaching and pupil development
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply through Cover People UK)

Desirable:
• Experience on placement within secondary school settings
• Willingness to work flexibly across different schools

What We Offer ECTs:

• Competitive pay while building experience
• Induction support and professional development opportunities
• Subject-specific mentoring and feedback
• Welcoming schools that understand the needs of early career teachers
• Flexible placements that match your teaching style and strengths
• Free CPD training in safeguarding, behaviour management and more

Safeguarding and Compliance

All applicants will undergo our full vetting process including:
• Enhanced DBS check
• Online interview
• Employment history and gap checks
• Two satisfactory references

If you're an enthusiastic ECT ready to launch your teaching career, we’d love to support you! Apply today and let Cover People help you find a school that’s the right fit for you.