Humanities Supply Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Dedicated Cover People consultant

Holiday pay included

Job summary

Cover People are seeking a Humanities Supply Teacher to support secondary schools across Tameside, delivering Humanities lessons and maintaining pupil engagement. The role covers KS3 and KS4, with potential responsibilities across History, Geography or Religious Education.

Great for teachers who value flexible day-to-day work and may lead to longer placements. Pay ranges from £140–£190 per day depending on experience and expectations.

Qualifications

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge in Humanities.
• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• Ability to follow school planning and work independently.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Flexible, reliable and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Teach History, Geography, and Religious Education.
• Deliver lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Follow existing lesson plans 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.

Skills

QTS

Secondary Teaching

Humanities knowledge

Behaviour Management

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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

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