Maths Supply Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

12.07% statutory holiday pay

Dedicated Cover People consultant

Flexible day-to-day assignments

Job summary

Cover People are seeking Maths Supply Teachers to support secondary schools across South Manchester. These day-to-day and short-term roles offer flexibility, with potential longer-term opportunities as schools' needs arise.

You will deliver high-quality Maths lessons during periods of teacher absence, ensuring continuity of learning and alignment with school planning. ECTs and experienced teachers are encouraged to apply, with rates of £140–£190 per day depending on experience.

Qualifications

• QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
• Recent experience teaching Maths at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge.
• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• The ability to follow existing planning and adapt your approach where necessary.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A reliable and professional approach.
• A genuine commitment to helping pupils make progress.

Responsibilities

• Teach Maths across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver lessons in line with the school's curriculum and existing planning.
• Support pupils with mathematical understanding and problem-solving.
• Adapt tasks to meet different abilities and learning needs.
• Maintain a calm, focused and well-managed classroom.
• Set clear expectations and manage behaviour effectively.
• Check pupils' understanding and address misconceptions.
• Encourage pupils to participate and build confidence in Maths.
• Work alongside Teaching Assistants and other school staff.

Skills

Adaptable

Classroom management

Subject knowledge

Communication

Reliability

Education

QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Maths Supply Teacher

Location: South Manchester
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 Maths Teachers to support secondary schools across South Manchester.

These opportunities are primarily day-to-day and short-term, making them ideal for teachers who want flexibility, are building experience across different schools, or are looking to supplement existing commitments. Longer-term placements can also become available where schools have an ongoing requirement.

The Role

You will help schools maintain continuity of learning by delivering high-quality Maths lessons during periods of teacher absence.

Depending on the assignment, you may be responsible for:

• Teaching Maths across KS3 and KS4

• Delivering lessons in line with the school's curriculum and existing planning

• Supporting pupils with mathematical understanding and problem-solving

• Adapting tasks to meet different abilities and learning needs

• Maintaining a calm, focused and well-managed classroom

• Setting clear expectations and managing behaviour effectively

• Checking pupils' understanding and addressing misconceptions

• Encouraging pupils to participate and build confidence in Maths

• Working alongside Teaching Assistants and other school staff

About You

We're looking for confident and adaptable Maths Teachers who can settle quickly into different school environments.

You should have:

• QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification

• Recent experience teaching Maths at secondary level

• Strong subject knowledge

• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills

• The ability to follow existing planning and adapt your approach where necessary

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• A reliable and professional approach

• A genuine commitment to helping pupils make progress

Both ECTs and experienced Maths Teachers are encouraged to apply.

Why Work Through Cover People?

• Mainly day-to-day and short-term supply work

• Potential for longer-term teaching placements

• Secondary schools across South Manchester

• £140 £190 per day depending on experience

• Flexible assignments around your availability

• Opportunities to experience different school environments

• Dedicated support from your 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.