Primary Teacher

Location Salford
Discipline: Teachers
Job type: Full Time
Salary: ££120 - 180 per day
Contact name: James Lomax

Contact email: James@coverpeopleuk.co.uk
Job ref: PS - January
Published: 4 days ago

Primary Teachers – Salford (January Start)

Location: Salford
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £120–£180 per day
Contract: Long-term / Short-term options
Requirement: QTS essential

Cover People are recruiting Primary Teachers for multiple Salford primary schools who are seeking high-quality practitioners to start in January.

We are looking for confident and committed teachers across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, who can step into friendly, supportive schools and deliver engaging, purposeful lessons that inspire pupils.

What the role involves:

  • Delivering well-planned, creative lessons

  • Maintaining a positive, inclusive classroom environment

  • Working collaboratively with senior leaders and support staff

  • Assessing and tracking pupil progress

  • Contributing to the wider school community

Who we’re looking for:

✔ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS required)
✔ Recent primary classroom teaching experience
✔ Strong behaviour management and communication skills
✔ A positive, proactive and flexible attitude
✔ DBS on the update service (or willing to apply through us)

What we offer:

  • Competitive daily rates

  • Long-term consistency from January

  • Supportive, welcoming schools across Salford

  • A dedicated consultant who listens and cares

  • Opportunities for long-term or permanent roles

If you’re a passionate Primary Teacher looking for a fresh start in January, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!