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Humanities Early Careers Teacher

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Manchester Contract GBP 39,000 – 46,800
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Secondary Early Career Humanities Teacher
Location: South Manchester
Position: Secondary Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Humanities
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £150–£180 per day

Cover People are recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded secondary school in South Manchester for an enthusiastic and motivated Early Career Teacher (ECT) of Humanities to join their team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified teacher looking to begin their career in a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious school environment.

This inclusive and forward-thinking secondary school is committed to helping every student achieve their full potential through high expectations, strong pastoral care, and a broad, knowledge-rich curriculum. The school promotes values of community, respect, and achievement, with a strong focus on developing confident, thoughtful, and well-rounded young people. Students are encouraged to explore the world around them through engaging learning experiences across the Humanities subjects, with a clear emphasis on academic success and personal development. Staff benefit from a collaborative culture, strong leadership support, and a genuine commitment to professional growth and wellbeing.

The Humanities faculty covers a range of subjects, including History, Geography, and Religious Education (RE), encouraging students to think critically, debate ideas, and develop a deeper understanding of people, places, beliefs, and the world around them.

About You:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or due to achieve QTS by September 2025

  • Passionate about Humanities (History, Geography, and/or RE)

  • Confident teaching across KS3 and KS4

  • Strong classroom presence and positive behaviour management

  • Eager to learn, develop, and contribute to school life

Why Join This School?
  • Comprehensive ECT induction and mentoring programme

  • Supportive and experienced Humanities department

  • Strong focus on CPD and career progression

  • Inclusive and welcoming school community

  • Commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance

If you are an ECT looking to secure your first permanent post for September, this could be the perfect opportunity to kick-start your teaching career.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of this secondary school. All applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check.

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