Daily Supply Teacher – Flexible & Supportive Secondary Schools

Marchant Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Weekly pay

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking adaptable Daily Supply Teachers to cover short-term and day-to-day absences across Key Stage 3 and 4 in Birmingham. You will have the flexibility to choose the days you work and gain broad experience across different schools, with no planning or marking duties required in many placements.

Ideal candidates hold QTS or PGCE, strong classroom management, and an Enhanced DBS. Daily rates are competitive and paid weekly, with potential to transition into longer-term or

Qualifications

• Qualifications & Skills: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE, strong classroom management, flexibility, and a clear Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver set cover work effectively, ensuring students remain focused, supported, and on-task throughout each lesson.
• Maintain a positive, orderly learning environment by applying each individual school's behaviour management policies.
• Confidently teach across a range of subjects and age groups within Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
• Provide concise feedback to regular class teachers at the end of the day and ensure classrooms are left tidy and organized.

Skills

Classroom Management

Flexibility

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE

Job description

Contract Type: Flexible / Daily Supply / Short-Term

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Competitive Daily Rate (Dependent on experience)

Role Overview

A network of supportive secondary schools across Birmingham is seeking adaptable and enthusiastic Daily Supply Teachers to cover short-term, day-to-day, and block absences across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

This role offers complete flexibility, allowing you to choose the days you work while gaining broad experience across a variety of school environments. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for a better work-life balance without the burden of planning and marking, or an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking to build confidence in different classrooms, daily supply provides an ideal opportunity.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

Classroom Delivery: Deliver set cover work effectively, ensuring students remain focused, supported, and on-task throughout each lesson.

Classroom Management: Maintain a positive, orderly learning environment by applying each individual school's behaviour management policies.

Adaptability: Confidently teach across a range of subjects and age groups within Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.

Professionalism: Provide concise feedback to regular class teachers at the end of the day and ensure classrooms are left tidy and organized.

Qualifications & Skills: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or PGCE, strong classroom management, flexibility, and a clear Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service.

Highlights of Daily Supply Work

Work-Life Balance: Zero planning, marking, or parent consultation duties-simply teach and leave at the end of the school day.

Total Flexibility: Choose full-time cover or select specific days of the week to fit your personal schedule.

School Variety: Experience different educational settings, leadership styles, and demographic areas across Birmingham.

Competitive Pay: Enjoy daily rates paid weekly, with potential opportunities to transition into long-term or permanent roles if desired.