Location: Rochdale
Position: Secondary Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Science
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: £150–£180 per day
Cover People are recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded secondary school in Rochdale for an enthusiastic and motivated Early Career Teacher (ECT) of Science 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 and ambitious school environment.
This inclusive and high-achieving secondary school is recognised for its strong community values, excellent pastoral support, and commitment to developing confident, well-rounded young people. Built around a clear ethos focused on wellbeing, ambition, respect, diversity, leadership, and empathy, the school places high expectations on both learning and personal development. Students benefit from a broad and knowledge-rich curriculum, strong literacy focus, and a wide range of enrichment opportunities designed to support both academic success and personal growth. Staff are supported through collaborative working, strong leadership, and a genuine commitment to professional development and wellbeing.
About You:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or due to achieve QTS by September 2025
Passionate about Science and inspiring young people
Confident teaching Science 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 support and mentoring
Supportive and experienced Science 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
Salary description
£150.00 - £180.00 per day