Supply Teachers

SUPPLY TEACHER – Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Supply Teachers to work across a range of secondary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole.

This flexible role offers the opportunity to cover a variety of subjects across Key Stages 3 and 4, with occasional opportunities to support KS5. You will be responsible for delivering pre-set lessons, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and managing behaviour in line with each school’s policy.

Whether you're an ECT, a qualified teacher, or a graduate looking to gain classroom experience, this is a great opportunity to develop your teaching practice while supporting local schools.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Opportunities across a range of secondary schools in the BCP and wider Dorset area

• Covering KS3 and KS4 pupils (ages 11–16); occasional KS5 support

• Ideal for individuals who are flexible, proactive, and confident in the classroom

• Work available on a full-time or part-time basis

• A perfect route into teaching for graduates considering a PGCE or teacher training

• All lesson plans will be provided – your focus is to engage students and keep them on task

• You will need to manage classroom behaviour and follow the school’s policies

CONTRACT DETAILS:

• Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole

• Position: Supply Teacher / Cover Supervisor

• Start Date: ASAP

• Contract Type: Temporary, Flexible

• Full-time/Part-time: Both available

• Pay: From £130.00 per day (based on experience and responsibilities)

REQUIREMENTS:

• ECT or QTS preferred – graduates with relevant experience also welcome

• Minimum of 6 months’ experience working with children or young people in a school setting

• Passionate about supporting students and contributing to a positive learning environment

• Confident, adaptable, and reliable

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK WITH TEACHING PERSONNEL:

• Right to work in the UK

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one)

• Two recent child-related professional references

WHY WORK WITH TEACHING PERSONNEL?

• Access to a dedicated consultant who understands your needs and goals

• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle

• Access to CPD and training opportunities

• A wide network of schools across Dorset and beyond

HOW TO APPLY:

If you’re a confident and reliable individual who enjoys working with young people, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV and we will be in touch.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undergo compliance checks including enhanced DBS and referencing before placement.

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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