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Year 6 Teacher - Maternity Cover Opportunity

Are you an experienced Year 6 teacher ready for your next exciting challenge? Or maybe an ECT with a KS2 preference. Tradewind is seeking a dedicated, passionate educator to join one of our partner schools in Manchester for a maternity cover role. If you're committed to making a difference in an urban school environment and love working with Upper Key Stage 2 pupils, we'd love to hear from you!

The Ideal Candidate Will:

Be passionate about teaching as a vocation, especially in a dynamic urban setting
Firmly believe every child, regardless of background, can achieve their full potential
Be motivated by pupil learning and achievement across the full primary curriculum
Uphold high expectations for learning and behaviour
Commit to teaching that engages and accelerates pupil progress
Embrace reflection, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skillsRole Details:

Location: Manchester
Class: Year 6
Duration: January 2025 - August 2025 (maternity cover)
Schedule: Full time
Pay: £130 - £190 per day (based on experience, with potential for higher rates)What This School Offers:

A vibrant, diverse community with over 670 pupils from varied backgrounds, speaking more than 40 languages
A welcoming and positive school environment, with enthusiastic students and supportive parents
A "Good" Ofsted rating (2023), with "Outstanding" areas and a record of strong student achievement
A senior leadership team that prioritises staff development, innovation, and wellbeing
Collaborative staff culture with ample professional development opportunities, including cross-school collaborationKey Responsibilities:

Deliver dynamic lessons aligned with the KS2 National Curriculum and the school's creative approach
Scaffold age-appropriate learning to support each pupil's success
Maintain detailed records, addressing learning gaps to ensure strong attainment
Foster trust-based relationships with pupils and engage collaboratively with Teaching Assistants, key stage teams, and other staffRequirements:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
Strong references demonstrating prior teaching experience
Complete employment history on your CV
Right to work in the UK
Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable referencesWhy Join Tradewind Recruitment / SANZA Teaching Agency / Accelerate Teaching?

Competitive pay rates with tailored expert advice
Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources through our National College partnership
Flexible work options: daily supply, long-term contracts, and local permanent roles
Supportive wellbeing initiatives, with Tradewind named a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four years running
Dedicated service as an Equal Opportunities EmployerIf this sounds like your ideal role, reach out to Tamara at (phone number removed) or via email at . We look forward to connecting