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Cambridge Primary Teachers required for Day to Day Supply

  1. Primary
  2. Cambridge
Date posted : 02/02/26
  1. Part Time
£163 - 180 per day

Job description

Flexible Working Opportunities in Cambridge – Primary Teachers required for Day to Day Supply

Start Date: January 2026
Location: Cambridge and Ely
Employer: Teaching Personnel Cambridge
Roles Available: EYFS, Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2
Contract Options: Full-time, Part-time, Long-term & Permanent


Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

  • Competitive pay tailored to your experience and expertise.

  • FREE CPD and professional development opportunities to grow your career.

  • Personalised support from an experienced education consultant.

  • Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle and commitments.

  • Inclusive school environments that welcome and support both staff and pupils.

  • Guaranteed Work Scheme providing financial security and peace of mind.


Guaranteed Work Scheme – How It Works

Our Guaranteed Work Scheme offers income stability, giving teachers reassurance that they will be paid even if work isn’t immediately available.

How it works:

  • You commit to being available for a set number of days per week.

  • If no suitable work is found (with the majority of schools open), you’ll receive 100% of your daily pay minus one day.

Example: Commit to 5 days per week → if no work is secured, you’ll be paid for 4 days guaranteed.


About the Role

Teaching Personnel Cambridge is looking for dedicated, experienced Primary Teachers to support schools across Cambridge and into Ely with an immediate start date.

We are seeking teachers with:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

  • Minimum of two years’ UK primary teaching experience

  • A commitment to delivering high-quality, inclusive education


Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging lessons across the primary curriculum.

  • Differentiate teaching to support pupils of all abilities, including SEND.

  • Monitor and assess pupil progress in line with school and national expectations.

  • Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues, including teaching assistants, SENCOs, and senior leaders.

  • Contribute to wider school life, including extracurricular activities and events.


Person Specification

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential

  • Minimum two years’ UK primary teaching experience

  • Strong knowledge of the National Curriculum and assessment frameworks

  • Experience supporting pupils with diverse learning needs

  • Excellent communication, organisation, and classroom management skills

  • Willingness to travel within Cambridgeshire (own transport desirable)

  • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply


How to Apply

Send your CV to caitlin.johnson@teachingpersonnel.com or contact our Cambridge office on 01223 463146 for more information.

Join Teaching Personnel and be part of a team dedicated to supporting education and inspiring future generations!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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