Secondary Teachers Required

Secondary Supply Teachers – Gillingham

Flexible Work | PAYE | Immediate and Ongoing Opportunities

Are you a secondary teacher looking for flexibility, variety, or a better work–life balance?
Teaching Personnel is working closely with several secondary schools in Gillingham and the surrounding areas who are seeking reliable and confident supply teachers to support their day‑to‑day and longer‑term staffing needs.

As schools experience changing demands throughout the academic year, we are looking for teachers who can step into the classroom and maintain a positive and engaging learning environment in the absence of permanent staff.

What’s Available

We have opportunities across a range of mainstream secondary schools, covering KS3 and KS4, including:

• Part‑time or flexible ad‑hoc work
• Regular full‑time supply positions
• Daily, weekly, and longer block placements (up to half‑term or more)

Whether you are between permanent posts or prefer the freedom supply work offers, we can match roles to your availability and preferences.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome interest from:

• Qualified Teachers (QTS / QTLS / ECT)
• Educators with strong subject knowledge
• Teachers who enjoy working in different school environments
• Professionals seeking a healthier work–life balance

A confident classroom presence, strong behaviour management, and adaptability are key.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Weekly pay via PAYE – no umbrella fees
• Competitive daily rates dependent on experience
• Opportunities across multiple secondary schools in the Sturminster Newton area
• Full control over when and where you work
• Support from a dedicated local consultant
• Free CPD and safeguarding training to keep your skills up to date

A Smarter Way to Work in Supply

We build strong partnerships with local schools to ensure you’re placed in classrooms where you can thrive. Our focus is on clear communication, supportive placements, and understanding what works best for you.

If you are a secondary teacher based in or around Gillingham and would like to explore current or upcoming supply opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

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.
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