Secondary Teacher

Balfor Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Professional development opportunities

Opportunities to work across Greater M

Job summary

Balfor Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic Secondary Teachers for a permanent long-term position in Gorton, Greater Manchester. You'll join a supportive school and deliver engaging lessons to GCSE/KS3 pupils, planning to the national curriculum and differentiating for all abilities.

The role offers competitive daily rates (£160–£240), weekly pay, and opportunities across Greater Manchester. Start date is September 2026 with ongoing consultant support.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential for the role.
• At least one year UK secondary teaching experience.
• Two recent education-based references are required.
• Enhanced DBS registered with the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Differentiating activities to support pupils of all abilities.
• Manage classroom behaviour effectively and consistently.
• Monitor, assess and record pupil progress.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs where necessary.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance and achievement.

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication

Organisational skills

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

QTS

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Secondary Teacher – Gorton, Greater Manchester

Location: Gorton, Greater Manchester

Job Type: Full-Time | Long-Term

Salary: £160–£240 per day (dependent on experience)

Start Date: September 2026

Secondary Teacher Jobs in Gorton

Balfor Recruitment is currently recruiting enthusiastic and resilient Secondary Teachers to work within a supportive secondary school in Gorton, Greater Manchester.

We are looking for teachers with experience in the following subjects:

• English
• Mathematics
• Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics)
• History
• Geography
• Religious Education
• Physical Education
• Modern Foreign Languages
• Design and Technology
• Food Technology
• Information Technology and Computing
• Business Studies
• Art and Design
• Music
• Drama
• Health and Social Care

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced teachers who can engage and inspire pupils while maintaining high standards of behaviour and achievement. The successful candidate will be confident in dealing with challenging behaviour and creating a positive, structured and supportive learning environment.

The Role

As a Secondary Teacher, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering engaging and creative lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Differentiating learning activities to support pupils of all abilities.
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively and consistently.
• Monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs where necessary.
• Promoting high standards of behaviour, attendance and academic achievement.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Have at least one year’s experience teaching within a UK secondary school.
• Have excellent behaviour management skills.
• Can confidently manage challenging situations.
• Demonstrate resilience, patience and adaptability.
• Possess excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Are committed to achieving positive outcomes for all pupils.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A minimum of one year’s UK teaching experience.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Two recent education-based references.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Why Work with Balfor Recruitment?

• Competitive daily pay rates of £160–£240 per day.
• Weekly pay.
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities to work across Greater Manchester.

Safeguarding Statement

Balfor Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks and all relevant pre-employment screening procedures.