Primary Teacher

Location Manchester
Discipline: Cover People UK
Job type: Day to Day
Salary: £Market related
Contact name: Michela Harper

Contact email: Michela@coverpeopleuk.co.uk
Job ref: Primary Teacher smt
Published: 17 days ago


Position: Primary Teacher

Location: South Manchester, Various Primary Schools
Contract Type: Flexible, Supply Basis
Start Date: Immediate

About Us:
We work with well-established primary schools in South Manchester, dedicated to providing a nurturing and engaging learning environment for their students. Due to high demand, we are currently seeking enthusiastic and adaptable primary teachers to join our supply team. This is an excellent opportunity for teachers seeking flexibility and variety while working in a supportive, collaborative community of schools.

Role Overview:
As a supply primary teacher, you will have the chance to work across various schools in South Manchester, stepping in to provide cover for teachers in the absence of their usual staff. You will be responsible for delivering planned lessons, maintaining a positive learning environment, and ensuring continuity in education for all students.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality lessons across various primary school age groups (Reception to Year 6)
  • Ensure students remain engaged and focused on their learning
  • Manage classroom behaviour and foster a positive learning environment
  • Follow school policies and procedures to ensure smooth running of daily activities
  • Maintain a flexible approach and adapt to the needs of different schools and students

About You:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), accepting ECTS
  • Experience teaching within a primary school setting
  • Strong classroom management skills
  • Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
  • Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
  • Flexible and reliable with the ability to adapt to new environments quickly
  • Enhanced DBS clearance (or willing to apply for one)

Why Join Us?

  • Flexibility: Choose when and where you want to work
  • Variety: Experience teaching across a range of schools and year groups
  • Support: Work within a network of supportive schools and staff
  • Competitive Pay: Attractive daily rates

Why choose Cover People

Our consultants are dedicated and friendly, and they are always happy to help. We take pride in the little things that matter most to you. We also offer: 

The benefits:

  • Free CPD training; behaviour management, safeguarding.
  • A ‘Refer a Friend Scheme’ with the opportunity to earn up to £100 per referral
  • On-going support from both the school and your Consultant.

How to Apply: If this sounds like the right fit for you, then click ‘Apply’.

All candidates are subject to standard safeguarding and employment checks including an online interview and DBS checks.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of the school for this vacancy.