Humanities Supply Teacher

Humanities Supply Teacher

Location: Tameside Start Date: ASAP Role: Day-to-day and short-term supply, with potential for longer-term opportunities Pay: £140–£190 per day, depending on experience

Cover People are looking for Humanities Teachers to support secondary schools across Tameside. This is a great opportunity for teachers who enjoy delivering engaging lessons and helping pupils develop their understanding of the world around them.

The majority of bookings will be day-to-day and short-term cover, offering flexibility for teachers seeking supply work. Longer-term placements may also become available as schools' staffing needs change.

The Role

You will help maintain continuity of learning by delivering Humanities lessons across different secondary school settings.

Depending on your subject specialism and the school, your responsibilities may include:

Teaching subjects such as History, Geography and Religious Education

Delivering lessons across KS3 and KS4

Following existing lesson plans and adapting resources where appropriate

Helping pupils develop subject knowledge, critical thinking and analytical skills

Encouraging discussion, participation and independent learning

Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining clear expectations

Supporting pupils with different abilities and learning needs

Checking understanding and providing feedback where appropriate

Working alongside other teaching and support staff to maintain a positive learning environment

About You

We're keen to hear from qualified Humanities Teachers who can adapt quickly to different schools and deliver purposeful, engaging lessons.

You should have:

QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification

Experience teaching at secondary level

Strong subject knowledge in at least one Humanities discipline

Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills

The ability to follow school planning and work independently

Good communication and organisational skills

A flexible, reliable and professional approach

A commitment to supporting pupils' progress and achievement

Teachers specialising in History, Geography or Religious Education are encouraged to apply. Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners are both welcome.

Why Work Through Cover People?

Primarily day-to-day and short-term supply assignments

Potential for longer-term teaching placements

Opportunities across secondary schools in Tameside

£140–£190 per day, depending on experience

Flexible work to suit your availability

Experience across different school environments

Support from a dedicated Cover People consultant

If you're a Humanities Teacher looking for flexible supply work in Tameside, with the possibility of longer-term opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Cover People for more information.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment