Humanities Supply Teacher

cover people; Droylsden; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated Cover People consultant

Flexible work to suit availability

Job summary

Cover People are seeking Humanities supply teachers to support secondary schools across Tameside. This role offers day-to-day and short-term bookings with potential for longer placements.

Pay ranges from £140 to £190 per day depending on experience, with the chance to work across different schools and subjects within the humanities. Ideal candidates are qualified Humanities Teachers with secondary experience and strong classroom management.

Qualifications

• QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge in at least one Humanities discipline.
• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• The ability to follow school planning and work independently.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A flexible, reliable and professional approach.
• A commitment to supporting pupils' progress and achievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Humanities lessons across secondary school settings to maintain continuity of learning.
• Teach History, Geography and Religious Education as applicable.
• Deliver lessons across KS3 and KS4 and adapt resources as needed.
• Help pupils develop subject knowledge, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Encourage discussion, participation and independent learning.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain clear expectations.
• Support pupils with different abilities and learning needs.
• Check understanding and provide feedback where appropriate.
• Collaborate with other staff to maintain a positive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organisational skills

Professional approach

Flexibility

Education

QTS or teaching qualification

Secondary teaching experience

Job description

Humanities Supply Teacher

Location: Tameside
Start Date: ASAP
Role: Day-to-day and short-term supply, with potential for longer-term opportunities
Pay: £140 £190 per day, depending on experience

Cover People are looking for Humanities Teachers to support secondary schools across Tameside. This is a great opportunity for teachers who enjoy delivering engaging lessons and helping pupils develop their understanding of the world around them.

The majority of bookings will be day-to-day and short-term cover, offering flexibility for teachers seeking supply work. Longer-term placements may also become available as schools' staffing needs change.

The Role

You will help maintain continuity of learning by delivering Humanities lessons across different secondary school settings.

Depending on your subject specialism and the school, your responsibilities may include:

• Teaching subjects such as History, Geography and Religious Education

• Delivering lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Following existing lesson plans and adapting resources where appropriate

• Helping pupils develop subject knowledge, critical thinking and analytical skills

• Encouraging discussion, participation and independent learning

• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining clear expectations

• Supporting pupils with different abilities and learning needs

• Checking understanding and providing feedback where appropriate

• Working alongside other teaching and support staff to maintain a positive learning environment

About You

We're keen to hear from qualified Humanities Teachers who can adapt quickly to different schools and deliver purposeful, engaging lessons.

You should have:

• QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification

• Experience teaching at secondary level

• Strong subject knowledge in at least one Humanities discipline

• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills

• The ability to follow school planning and work independently

• Good communication and organisational skills

• A flexible, reliable and professional approach

• A commitment to supporting pupils' progress and achievement

Teachers specialising in History, Geography or Religious Education are encouraged to apply. Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners are both welcome.

Why Work Through Cover People?

• Primarily day-to-day and short-term supply assignments

• Potential for longer-term teaching placements

• Opportunities across secondary schools in Tameside

• £140 £190 per day, depending on experience

• Flexible work to suit your availability

• Experience across different school environments

• Support from a dedicated Cover People consultant

If you're a Humanities Teacher looking for flexible supply work in Tameside, with the possibility of longer-term opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.