Teacher of Maths - September 2026

Manchester, Tameside, Oldham and Bury
£150 - £230 per day, depending on experience and qualifications
Potential long-term cover roles | Full-time and part-time opportunities

Are you a qualified Teacher of Maths looking for your next opportunity in Greater Manchester?

Premier Education is working with secondary school trusts across Manchester, Tameside, Oldham and Bury to recruit Maths Teachers for potential long-term cover roles.

Opportunities may include sickness cover, maternity cover, vacant-post cover and ongoing assignments. We will take the time to understand your preferred locations, availability and career goals before matching you with suitable schools.

Applications are welcomed from both Early Career Teachers looking to develop their confidence and experienced Maths Teachers seeking a rewarding new position.

Depending on the placement, your responsibilities may include:

• Teaching Mathematics across KS3 - KS5

• Teaching key topics including number, algebra, geometry, ratio, probability and statistics

• Planning and delivering engaging lessons for pupils with different levels of mathematical confidence

• Teaching GCSE Mathematics at Foundation and Higher tiers

• Following established schemes of work and exam-board specifications

• Identifying misconceptions and adapting teaching to improve understanding

• Assessing pupils' work, analysing progress and addressing gaps in knowledge

• Preparing students for GCSE and, where applicable, A-level examinations

• Developing pupils' reasoning, fluency and problem-solving skills

• Creating a positive and purposeful classroom environment

• Managing behaviour confidently and consistently

• Working closely with departmental colleagues and school leaders

• Contributing to the wider work of the Maths department

• UK Qualified Teacher Status

• A degree in Mathematics, a Maths-related subject or another relevant qualification demonstrating strong subject knowledge

• Recent experience teaching Maths in a UK secondary school, including teaching placements

• Secure knowledge of the KS3 and KS4 Mathematics curriculum

• Confidence teaching GCSE Mathematics at both Foundation and Higher tiers

• An understanding of GCSE assessment objectives, exam techniques and current exam-board specifications

• The ability to explain mathematical concepts clearly and address common misconceptions

• Experience using assessment data to identify gaps and plan appropriate support

• The ability to teach A-level Mathematics would be advantageous for some placements but is not essential

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

• A reliable, adaptable and professional approach

• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues

• The legal right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer visa sponsorship

• An enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one

If you are a Maths Teacher seeking a long-term cover role in Greater Manchester, Michaela would love to hear from you.

Click 'Apply' and send your CV to Michaela at Premier Education today. Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis.

Please upload a full CV, including details of your qualifications.

The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. An enhanced DBS check will be required as part of our commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment for all.

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