Maths Teacher - September 2026

Location: Oldham

Salary: £168.80 - £261.79 per day
Job Type: Full Time - Long Term
Start Date: September 2026

ECTs and experienced teachers welcome to apply!

Cover People are currently recruiting for a Maths Teacher to join a welcoming and well-supported secondary school in Oldham, starting from September 2026 for a full term as a minimum.

This is an excellent opportunity for both Early Career Teachers and experienced educators to make a meaningful impact, teaching Maths across KS3 and GCSE within a school that is committed to raising aspirations and achieving positive outcomes for all students. The successful candidate will join a dedicated Maths department where collaboration, professional development and student progress are highly valued.

ECTs will benefit from a supportive environment and experienced colleagues who are committed to helping new teachers develop their practice, whilst experienced teachers will have the opportunity to contribute to a department focused on continuous improvement and high standards.

M1–M6 Teachers will be paid to scale from day one.

• Deliver high-quality Maths teaching in line with national curriculum standards
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and GCSE Maths
• Monitor and assess pupil progress effectively
• Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment
• Differentiate learning to support students of varying abilities and needs
• Support the academic and personal development of all learners
• Contribute positively to department planning and wider school initiatives

• QTS or equivalent UK teaching qualification
• Experience teaching KS3 & GCSE Maths
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
• A passion for teaching and raising pupil attainment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Right to work in the UK

At Cover People, we're committed to supporting teachers and support staff at every stage of their career.

We are proudly APSCo+ verified, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards in education recruitment. This means both schools and candidates benefit from a trusted, compliant and ethical service.

When you join Cover People, you can expect:

• A wide range of temporary, long-term and permanent opportunities across Greater Manchester and beyond
• Competitive pay rates, paid weekly
• 12.07% statutory holiday pay
• A friendly, experienced team of education consultants who listen and support your goals
• Roles tailored to your skills, values and lifestyle
• Ongoing support including CV guidance, interview preparation and market insights

As part of our safeguarding commitment, all successful applicants must:

• Hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Provide two professional references
• Submit to overseas police checks (if applicable)
• Provide a full CV with all employment gaps clearly explained