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Supply Teacher

  1. Cover Supervisor
  2. Northampton
Date posted : 22/07/26
  1. Flexible Working
£98 - 120 per day

Job description

 Supply Teacher – Secondary Schools

Northampton | Flexible Working | Competitive Daily Rates

Looking for teaching work that fits around your lifestyle?

Teaching Personnel, the UK's leading education recruitment agency, is working in partnership with a wide range of secondary schools across Northampton and the surrounding areas. We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Supply Teachers to join our team for September 2026 and beyond.

Whether you're an experienced teacher, an ECT looking to gain experience, or a retired teacher wanting to remain in the classroom, we offer flexible opportunities to suit your availability.

The Role

As a Supply Teacher, you will:

  • Deliver engaging, pre-planned lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with some KS5 opportunities available).
  • Maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
  • Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
  • Ensure students remain on task and engaged throughout lessons.
  • Adapt confidently to different school settings and subjects where required.
  • Provide feedback to the school at the end of each day.

What We Offer

  • Flexible working to fit around your schedule – choose the days you want to work.
  • Full-time, part-time and day-to-day opportunities available.
  • Competitive daily pay rates paid weekly via PAYE.
  • Access to a variety of local secondary schools across Northampton.
  • A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placements.
  • Free CPD through our online learning platform to enhance your skills and career development.
  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions if desired.

We Are Looking For

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
  • Experience teaching within UK secondary schools.
  • Strong classroom management skills.
  • A flexible and professional approach.
  • An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
  • Two professional references covering the last two years.

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

At Teaching Personnel, we understand that flexibility matters. Whether you're looking for one day a week, regular part-time work, or full-time supply, we'll work with you to find placements that suit your availability, preferences and career goals.

With strong partnerships across Northampton's secondary schools, we can offer a consistent flow of work while giving you complete control over your diary.

Apply today to join Teaching Personnel and enjoy the freedom of supply teaching while making a real difference in local secondary schools. Our team is ready to help you find the right opportunities for September and beyond.

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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