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Construction Teacher – September 2026 Start
Location: North Manchester
Salary: £160 - £261.79 per day
Job Type: Full Time – Long Term
Start Date: September 2026
Duration: Long-Term with a View to Permanent
ECTs and experienced teachers welcome to apply!
About the Role
Cover People are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Construction Teacher to join an attached behaviour provision within a mainstream secondary school in North Manchester from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with students aged 11–16 who require additional behavioural and pastoral support to access education successfully. The successful candidate will deliver engaging and practical Construction lessons that develop students' vocational skills, confidence and employability while helping them re-engage with learning.
The provision offers a highly supportive environment with small class sizes, strong pastoral support and a focus on building positive relationships with young people. This position is expected to lead to a permanent contract for the right candidate.
ECTs with a relevant vocational background will be considered, alongside experienced teachers and instructors.
M1–M6 Teachers will be paid to scale from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality Construction lessons to students aged 11–16
Plan and deliver practical, engaging vocational learning opportunities
Adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of students with behavioural, social and emotional needs
Build positive relationships that promote engagement, attendance and achievement
Create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment
Support students in developing practical skills, confidence and employability
Monitor, assess and track student progress effectively
Work collaboratively with pastoral teams, support staff and senior leaders
Manage behaviour positively and consistently in line with school policies
Contribute to the wider development of the provision and its vocational curriculum
Requirements
QTS, QTLS or a relevant teaching/instructor qualification
Experience teaching Construction, Design Technology, Engineering or a related vocational subject
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Experience working with students displaying challenging behaviour is desirable
Ability to build positive relationships and motivate disengaged learners
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Commitment to supporting the personal and academic development of young people
Right to work in the UK
Why Join Cover People?
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
Safeguarding and Compliance
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)
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