Job Title:
Trainee Primary Teacher – Flexible Cover Work (Graduating Summer 2025)
Company:
Cover People
Job Type:
Full-time / Part-time / Flexible
Start Date: September 2025
Location:
South Manchester
Job Description:
Are you a trainee teacher graduating in Summer 2025 and looking to gain hands-on experience in the classroom?
Cover People are recruiting flexible and enthusiastic trainee primary teachers to work across a range of primary schools in South Manchester. This role involves covering both short- and long-term staff absences and is an excellent way to gain valuable teaching experience, build confidence, and develop relationships with local schools.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver high-quality teaching across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2
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Adapt to different school settings and classroom routines
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Support learning and maintain positive behaviour in the classroom
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Follow lesson plans and contribute to pupils’ academic progress
Requirements:
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Currently completing a PGCE or equivalent (qualifying Summer 2025)
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A flexible and proactive attitude to teaching
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Good classroom and behaviour management skills
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Passion for working with children and supporting their learning
What We Offer:
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Flexible work to fit around your schedule
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Opportunities to cover both short-term and longer placements
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Great exposure to a variety of schools and teaching styles
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Support and guidance from an experienced education consultant
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The chance to build relationships and secure future long-term roles
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.