Unqualified Teacher

Worldwide Teaching Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Cover People is recruiting Unqualified Teachers to work across secondary schools in Manchester, delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupils across KS3 and KS4. This is a temporary, full-time position starting immediately.

No teaching qualification is required; candidates with subject knowledge and experience with young people are encouraged to apply and gain classroom experience.

Qualifications

• No formal teaching qualification required.
• Subject knowledge in requested areas.
• Experience working with young people.
• Willingness to gain classroom experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons aligned with the school's curriculum.
• Support pupils across KS3/KS4 as appropriate.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and adapt teaching to needs.
• Assess pupils' understanding and provide feedback.

Job description

Unqualified Teacher - Secondary School

Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary: £95-£130 per day, dependent on experience and suitability
Job Type: Full Time - Temporary
Start Date: Immediate Start

Get Paid to Gain Real Classroom Experience

Are you a graduate, aspiring teacher or experienced educator looking to gain valuable secondary school experience before completing your teacher training?

Cover People are currently recruiting Unqualified Teachers to work across secondary schools in Manchester, supporting pupils and delivering engaging lessons across a range of subjects.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates and aspiring educators who want to earn while gaining genuine classroom experience, develop their behaviour management skills and build confidence delivering the secondary curriculum.

We are recruiting across all subjects, with particular demand for:

• English
• Maths
• Science
• Art
• History
• Geography
• PE

About the Role

As an Unqualified Teacher, you will have the opportunity to work directly in secondary schools across Manchester, delivering lessons and supporting pupils across KS3 and, where appropriate, KS4.

Depending on your experience and subject specialism, you may be responsible for delivering planned lessons, covering classes or working alongside experienced teaching staff.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Delivering engaging lessons aligned with the school's curriculum.
• Supporting pupils across KS3 and KS4.
• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment.
• Building positive relationships with pupils.
• Adapting your teaching approach to meet different learning needs.
• Assessing pupils' understanding and providing appropriate feedback.
• Supporting pupils' academic progress and personal development.
• Working collaboratively with experienced teachers and school leaders.
• Developing your confidence, classroom presence and teaching practice.

You do not need to be a qualified teacher to apply. We are interested in your subject knowledge, experience working with young people and potential to become an excellent educator.

Who Are We Looking For?

This role is ideal for candidates looking to build a career in secondary education, including:

Graduates - Have you recently completed a degree in English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, Art, PE or another relevant subject? Gain practical classroom experience before entering teacher training.

Aspiring Teachers - If you are considering a PGCE, School Direct, SCITT or another teacher training route, this is an excellent opportunity to gain first‑hand experience of working in a secondary classroom.

Experienced Educators - Perhaps you already have experience working with young people as a Teaching Assistant, Cover Supervisor, Tutor, Youth Worker or Behaviour Mentor and are ready to take the next step towards teaching.

Transitioning Professionals - We also welcome applications from professionals with transferable skills gained through youth work, social care, coaching and other peo