Primary Supply Teacher

Primary Supply Teacher

Position: Supply Teacher

Location: Stockport

Salary: £130 – 230 per day

Contract Type: Short-, Medium-, Long-term

Are you looking for a better work life balance?

Are you looking for more flexibility in your working hours?

Are you looking for a change in career or just returning to working in schools?

Step into primary supply teaching and unlock complete freedom over your career. Choose when you work, where you work, and how often you work — giving you total control of your work–life balance. Enjoy the excitement of variety as you explore different schools, year groups, and teaching styles, all without the pressures of planning, heavy marking, or long-term commitments.

Supply work not only boosts your confidence but also helps you grow your professional network and discover the environments where you thrive most. Enjoy being paid to scale in a flexible and rewarding route to teaching.

Whether you are an ECT eager to gain experience, an established teacher looking for greater flexibility, or returning to the classroom after a break, supply teaching offers a stress-reduced, empowering way to shape your teaching journey on your terms.

Responsibilities of a Primary Supply Teacher:

• Deliver engaging lessons using pre‑prepared plans or your own adapted teaching.
• Maintain a positive, well‑managed classroom environment.
• Support pupils’ learning and wellbeing throughout the school day.
• Quickly build rapport with different classes and school staff.
• Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures, and behaviour guidelines.
• Provide brief handover notes for the returning class teacher.
• Adapt teaching approaches to suit different year groups and learning needs.

Requirement of a Primary Supply Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Recent or relevant experience teaching within primary settings.
• Strong classroom‑management skills and the ability to adapt quickly to new environments.
• A solid understanding of the primary curriculum across EYFS, KS1, and/or KS2.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• A valid enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Reliability, flexibility, and a positive, professional attitude.

If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, we want to hear from you!

Get in touch by applying with a copy of your up-to-date CV!

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.
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