Supply Primary Teacher

Are you a passionate primary teacher looking for flexible work that fits around your life? Whether you're seeking occasional days, regular short‑term bookings, or work that fits around childcare, studies, or other commitments, we’d love to hear from you.

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Day‑to‑Day and Short‑Term Supply Teachers to support a range of welcoming primary schools across Burnley, Nelson and Colne.

Location: Across Burnley, Nelson and Colne
Contract: Flexible / Ad‑hoc / Short‑term
Start Date: Ongoing

Why choose us?

• Total flexibility – choose the days you want to work.
• Ad‑hoc bookings available to match your diary, lifestyle, and personal plans.
• Local placements in friendly primary schools.
• Varied and rewarding classroom experiences.
• Dedicated support from our experienced team.

The Role

You will provide high‑quality teaching and cover across EYFS, KS1, and KS2. This may include:

• Delivering pre‑planned lessons
• Managing classroom routines and behaviour
• Supporting pupils’ learning and wellbeing
• Adapting to different school environments with confidence

We’re Looking For

• Qualified Primary Teachers (ECTs welcome)
• Individuals with good classroom management and a positive, flexible attitude
• Teachers confident in stepping into new settings
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare

What You Can Expect

• Competitive daily rates
• Regular work opportunities
• Work-life balance on your terms
• A simple, streamlined registration process

How to Apply

If you’re looking for supply teaching that fits around you, we’d love to speak with you.
Please send your CV, outlining all your relevant teaching experience.

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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