Primary Teacher

Primary School Teacher – Flexible Supply Cover
Location: Sherborne and surrounding areas, Dorset
Contract Type: Flexible supply cover (with potential for longer-term placements)

About the Role

Are you a creative and enthusiastic Primary Teacher looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? We are currently seeking passionate and adaptable teachers to provide day-to-day and short-term cover in a range of primary schools across Sherborne and the surrounding areas.

For the right candidate, there is also the exciting possibility of moving into a longer-term role. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience, work across different year groups, and build strong relationships with schools in the local community – all while maintaining control over your working week.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

• Adapt quickly to different classroom environments and ensure continuity of learning.

• Support pupils of varying abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or English as an Additional Language (EAL).

• Bring positivity, creativity, and enthusiasm to each placement.

• Establish and maintain strong professional relationships with staff, pupils, and parents.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• Recent experience teaching in primary schools.

• Strong classroom management skills and confidence adapting to new settings.

• A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development.

• Flexibility – whether you are available one day a week or five.

• An Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

What We Offer

• Variety – gain valuable experience across different schools and year groups.

• Flexibility – choose when and where you want to work.

• Opportunity – ad-hoc roles with the potential to progress into long-term positions.

• Training – free Child Protection and Prevent Duty training.

• Competitive pay – including 12.07% holiday pay.

• Support – guidance and ongoing assistance from a friendly and dedicated local team.

Apply Today

If you are a passionate Primary Teacher who thrives on variety and values flexibility, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your teaching journey with Teaching Personnel.

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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