Primary Teachers Wanted in Rochdale – September 2026
Cover People are currently looking for enthusiastic Primary Teachers to work across a range of schools in Rochdale. We have teaching positions available for those seeking regular supply work, short-term placements or a longer-term opportunity.
This could be a great fit for an experienced teacher, ECT or someone looking to return to the classroom.
Job Details
Role: Primary Teacher
Location: Rochdale
Start: September 2026
Contract: Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities
Hours: Monday to Friday
Pay: £130–£170 per day DOE.
What You’ll Do
• Lead engaging lessons that follow school planning and the Primary curriculum.
• Make appropriate adjustments to teaching and activities to support different learning needs.
• Set clear expectations and create a classroom environment that is positive and purposeful.
• Manage behaviour confidently while maintaining a calm and supportive atmosphere.
• Check pupil understanding and respond to progress throughout the school day.
• Work alongside Teaching Assistants and other school staff to support learning.
• Encourage pupils to become confident, independent and enthusiastic learners.
Why Work with Cover People?
• Teaching opportunities across Rochdale and the surrounding area.
• Flexible assignments to suit your availability and experience.
• Competitive daily rates.
• A dedicated consultant available to support you throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to build experience across different primary settings.
• Access to further teaching opportunities following successful placements.
About You
• QTS.
• A good understanding of the Primary curriculum.
• Confident delivering lessons and taking responsibility for a classroom.
• Effective behaviour management skills.
• Able to quickly adapt to different schools, classes and pupil needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Reliable, positive and committed to supporting pupils’ progress.
Requirements
• An up-to-date CV including your full education and employment history.
• Proof of Right to Work and UK address.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• At least 2 professional references.
• A professional and dependable approach to work.
Apply Now!
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To work with Cover People, you will need to complete our registration and compliance process. Applicants must provide the necessary documentation and satisfactory references before work can be offered.
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
Salary description
£130.00 - £170.00 per day