Job Title: General Cover Teachers
Discipline: Teachers
Job Type: Short Term – Flexible Working
Location: Trafford, Greater Manchester
Start Date: Immediately
Salary: £150 – £180 per day (inclusive of holiday pay)
Job Ref:
Contact: Aaron Ward, Aaron@coverpeopleuk.co.uk
General Cover Teacher – Secondary School (Trafford)
Are you a passionate and adaptable Teacher with experience covering a range of subjects across secondary year groups? Cover People are seeking a General Cover Teacher for a high schools based in Trafford, available for short term, flexible cover starting in September 2025.
This role is ideal for qualified teachers looking for regular supply work without the commitment of a full-time timetable. You will be joining a welcoming and values-driven school community where strong behaviour management and a calm; professional presence is key.
This opportunity would suit candidates local to Trafford and surrounding areas who are looking to establish a regular working relationship with a supportive school.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise a variety of pre-planned lessons across KS3 and KS4
- Maintain a positive, productive classroom environment
- Log any safeguarding or behaviour concerns promptly and accurately
- Promote engagement and ensure pupils complete set work effectively
Essential Criteria
- UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
- Experience delivering the UK secondary curriculum
- Effective classroom and behaviour management skills
- Adaptable, reliable, and confident covering multiple subject areas
- Right to work in the UK
Why Join Cover People?
- Competitive daily pay rates. (£150 - £190 per day)
- Free CPD (continuing professional development), including safeguarding and behaviour management.
- Opportunity to make a real difference at a school with strong values and a supportive community.
- Becoming part of a team that values pastoral care, personal growth, and character development in addition to academic success.
Safeguarding & Compliance
All successful applicants must:
- Hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
- Provide two professional references
- Complete full employment history with any gaps explained
- Provide proof of right to work in the UK
Ready to Apply?
Please send your CV, with Job Ref: to Aaron Ward at Aaron@coverpeopleuk.co.uk.
All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS, safeguarding checks, and employment checks. Cover People act as the employment business on behalf of the school.