Maths Supply Teacher

Senploy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Cover People is seeking confident Maths Teachers to support secondary schools across South Manchester with day-to-day and short-term supply needs. Roles offer flexibility, opportunities to gain varied experience, and potential longer-term placements on an ongoing basis.

You will deliver high-quality Maths lessons during periods of teacher absence, collaborate with school staff, and help pupils progress in Maths while following existing planning and school expectations.

Qualifications

• QTS or recognised teaching qualification is required.
• Recent experience teaching Maths at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge and effective classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Teach Maths across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver lessons in line with curriculum and 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.
• Check pupils' understanding and address misconceptions.
• Encourage pupil participation and confidence in Maths.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants and school staff.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Organisation

Education

QTS or recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Role: Day-to-day and short-term supply, with potential for longer-term opportunities

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.

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

Responsibilities

• 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

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

Requirements

• 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.

What we offer

• Mainly day-to-day and short-term supply work
• Potential for longer-term teaching placements
• Secondary schools across South Manchester
• 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.