Job Description

Humanities Early Career Teacher (ECT)

Location: Stockport
Position: Early Career Teacher (Humanities)
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £150-£180 per day

Are you completing your teacher training and looking to secure your first Humanities teaching role for September 2026?

Cover People are working in partnership with a welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Stockport to recruit an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher of Humanities. This is an excellent opportunity to begin your teaching career within a supportive school community that is committed to helping every student thrive, regardless of their background or starting point.

The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, high expectations, and commitment to providing students with a broad and ambitious curriculum. Staff work collaboratively to ensure that pupils are challenged, supported, and inspired to achieve their full potential. Early Career Teachers benefit from a structured induction programme, dedicated mentoring, and a culture that values professional growth and continuous improvement. The school places a strong emphasis on ambition, hard work, respect, integrity, care and excellence, creating a positive environment for both staff and students.

The Role:

• Teach Humanities across Key Stages 3 and 4
• Deliver engaging and thought-provoking lessons that develop students' understanding of the world around them
• Foster curiosity, critical thinking and a passion for learning
• Assess, monitor and track pupil progress with support from experienced colleagues
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment opportunities within the department
• Develop your classroom practice through mentoring, observations and professional development opportunities

We Are Looking For:

• Trainee teachers on track to achieve QTS by September 2026
• A degree in History, Geography, Religious Studies or a related Humanities subject
• A passion for Humanities education and inspiring young people
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• High expectations of behaviour, effort and achievement
• A commitment to ongoing professional learning and development

Why This School?

• Comprehensive ECT induction and mentoring programme
• Supportive and collaborative Humanities department
• Broad and ambitious curriculum designed to engage all learners
• Strong focus on inclusion, personal development and student success
• Positive school culture built around high expectations and strong relationships
• Excellent opportunities for professional growth and career progression

What Cover People Offer:

• Support throughout the application and interview process
• Dedicated guidance from experienced education consultants
• Access to exclusive ECT opportunities across Greater Manchester
• Honest advice to help you find the right school for your first teaching role
• Ongoing support throughout your ECT journey

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of this school. 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.

If you're ready to start your teaching career in a school that will invest in your development and provide the support needed to become an outstanding Humanities teacher, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to explore this exciting Humanities ECT opportunity in Stockport for September 2026.