Secondary Early Career Teacher Opportunities
Location: Tameside
Salary: £ 130-160 per day (includes statutory holiday pay)
Job Type: Day-to-day supply | Short-term | Long-term | Permanent
Start Date: September 2025
Cover People are excited to partner with supportive and welcoming secondary schools across [Insert Location] to find newly qualified teachers for the upcoming academic year! If you’re completing your teacher training and ready to start your teaching career, we have a variety of opportunities available across all subject specialisms, including but not limited to:
- English
- Mathematics
- Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
- Modern Foreign Languages
- Humanities (History, Geography, Religious Studies)
- Arts (Art, Drama, Music)
- Physical Education
- Design & Technology
- Computing & ICT
- Business Studies
- PSHE & Citizenship
Flexible teaching options to suit your needs:
- Day-to-day supply teaching
- Short-term assignments
- Long-term roles
- Potential permanent positions
Note: While many roles are temporary, permanent opportunities may be available for candidates seeking long-term positions.
Why start your teaching career with Cover People?
Beginning your secondary teaching journey is exciting and challenging. Our friendly consultants provide dedicated support tailored for Early Career Teachers. We focus on what matters most to you — your subject specialism, career goals, and lifestyle — working tirelessly to find the best match.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality lessons to KS3, KS4, and potentially KS5 students in your specialist subject
- Create and maintain a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment
- Support the school’s ethos and work collaboratively within the department
- Monitor pupil progress and provide constructive feedback
- Develop your teaching skills with support from experienced mentors
- Add as needed
Essential Criteria:
- Completing or completed secondary teacher training with QTS by [Insert Date]
- Relevant subject degree or qualification
- Strong knowledge of your specialist subject and secondary curriculum
- Good classroom management and organisational skills
- Commitment to inclusive teaching and supporting diverse learners
- Add as needed
What we offer Secondary ECTs:
- Competitive pay including 12.07% statutory holiday pay
- Professional development and ECT induction support
- Subject-specific mentoring opportunities
- Supportive and welcoming departmental environments
- Opportunities to make a positive impact on pupils’ academic and personal growth
- Flexibility to find roles that fit your subject expertise and preferences
- Add as needed
Why work with Cover People?
Our experienced consultants understand what education professionals need. Whether you want to build experience, find a flexible role, or secure permanent employment, we’ll help you every step of the way.
- Competitive pay rates
- Tailored job matching based on your skills and goals
- APSCo+ verified – ethical and compliant recruitment
- Dedicated support and career advice
Safeguarding & Compliance:
All candidates will be subject to:
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply)
- Two recent professional references
- Proof of right to work in the UK
- A full CV covering recent employment history
Ready to start your secondary teaching career?
Contact us today to discuss how we can support your journey as an Early Career Teacher in your subject specialism!