Core Subject Secondary Teachers (English, Maths & Science)

Maths, Science & English Teachers Required – September 2026 (Earlier Starts Available)
Location: Wirral & Cheshire
Employer: Teaching Personnel – Wirral Branch

Teaching Personnel’s Wirral branch is proud to be supporting a number of mainstream secondary schools across the Wirral and Cheshire area in their search for dedicated and skilled Maths, Science, and English Teachers ahead of the September 2026 academic year.

Due to increasing demand, we are also able to offer earlier start dates from June 2026 for suitable candidates, including opportunities to secure roles before the end of the current academic year.

We are recruiting for a variety of positions to suit different career goals and availability, including permanent roles, long-term contracts, and flexible day-to-day supply teaching.

Role Overview

Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering high-quality lessons within their subject specialism, fostering a positive learning environment, and supporting pupils of varying abilities to reach their full academic potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons in Maths, Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), or English
• Assessing, recording, and reporting on student progress in line with school policies
• Adapting teaching strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, including SEN and high-achieving pupils
• Maintaining strong classroom management and behaviour for learning
• Contributing to departmental meetings, curriculum planning, and whole-school initiatives (for long-term/permanent roles)
• Building positive relationships with students, staff, and parents

Opportunities Available

We are currently offering a range of flexible teaching opportunities, including:

• Permanent Positions: Direct employment within partner secondary schools
• Long-Term Roles: Termly or full academic year placements with planning and marking responsibilities
• Short-Term & Day-to-Day Supply: Ideal for teachers seeking flexibility or a variety of school settings
• Temp-to-Perm Pathways: Opportunities to transition into permanent roles following a successful placement
• Early Start Roles (June 2026): Begin before the summer break and secure your role ahead of September

Salary & Pay Structure

Teaching Personnel ensures competitive and transparent pay in line with national expectations:

Permanent Roles (via schools):

• MPS (M1–M6): £30,000 – £41,333 per annum (depending on experience)
• UPS (UPS1–UPS3): £43,266 – £46,525 per annum
• Additional TLR payments may be available for leadership responsibilities

Supply & Long-Term Roles (via Teaching Personnel):

• Competitive daily rates reflective of experience and responsibilities
• Long-term roles with full teaching duties are often paid in line with MPS/UPS equivalent rates
• Weekly pay through PAYE (no umbrella company deductions)

Candidate Requirements

We welcome applications from both experienced educators and those at the beginning of their careers.

Essential criteria:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Degree in a relevant subject area
• Strong subject knowledge in Maths, Science, or English
• Effective classroom and behaviour management skills
• A commitment to raising attainment and supporting student wellbeing

Desirable:

• Experience teaching in UK secondary schools
• Familiarity with GCSE and/or A-Level specifications
• Ability to contribute to extracurricular activities or intervention programmes

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Access to a wide network of schools across Wirral and Cheshire
• Dedicated local consultant offering personalised support
• Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of school environments
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities to support career progression
• Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle and commitments

Whether you are seeking the stability of a permanent teaching role, the experience of a long-term placement, or the flexibility of supply teaching, Teaching Personnel can help you secure the right opportunity.

Apply today to be considered for September 2026 roles or to discuss immediate and June 2026 start opportunities with our Wirral team.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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