Daily Supply Teacher - Hillingdon

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking daily supply primary teachers for the Borough of Hillingdon. You will cover short-term absences across EYFS to KS2, delivering pre-planned lessons and maintaining routines. This role offers flexibility, with work arranged to fit your availability and preferences.

Ideal candidates have UK QTS, experience in UK primary schools and a professional, adaptable approach. Daily supply roles provide the chance to work in a range of schools with supportive leadership teams.

Qualifications

• UK-qualified teachers with QTS and experience in UK primary schools.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills are essential.
• Professional, reliable and adaptable approach for daily supply work.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day cover across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 according to availability.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons left by the class teacher.
• Maintain classroom routines and behaviour expectations throughout the day.
• Keep pupils on task and engaged, with a brief end-of-day handover to the school.
• Represent Tradewind professionally within schools.

Skills

Confident classroom management

Behaviour management

Education

UK-recognised QTS

Job description

Daily Supply Primary Teachers Borough of Hillingdon

Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting primary teachers for daily supply work across the Borough of Hillingdon. We work in close partnership with a large number of mainstream primary schools who rely on us for high-quality, dependable supply teachers to cover short-term absences, training days and unexpected staff shortages.

This opportunity is ideal for teachers who want flexibility, teachers who are not getting consistent work through their current agency, or those who want to experience a range of schools before committing to something longer term. Whether you are looking for one or two days a week or full-time daily supply, we can tailor work around your availability and preferences.

The Schools You Will Work In

Tradewind works with a broad range of primary schools across Hillingdon, including schools in areas such as Uxbridge, Hayes, West Drayton, Ruislip, Northolt and Yiewsley.

• Good and Outstanding Ofsted-rated mainstream primary schools
• 1-form, 2-form and 3-form entry schools
• Established leadership teams with clear expectations for supply staff
• Consistent behaviour policies already embedded across the school
• Schools that regularly use supply teachers and value continuity
• Locations with strong transport links, including the Piccadilly Line, Central Line, Elizabeth Line and local bus routes

Many of our supply teachers return to the same schools regularly, allowing you to build familiarity and positive relationships rather than constantly moving between unfamiliar settings.

The Role

As a daily supply teacher, you will:

• Provide day-to-day cover across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 (based on your preference)
• Deliver pre-planned lessons left by the class teacher
• Maintain classroom routines and behaviour expectations
• Ensure pupils remain on task and engaged throughout the day
• Provide brief handover feedback to the school at the end of the day
• Represent Tradewind professionally within schools

There is no expectation of long-term planning, marking or meetings for daily supply roles.

Why Teachers Choose Daily Supply

Daily supply is increasingly popular with both ECTs and experienced teachers. It offers:

• Complete control over your working week
• A better work-life balance
• Exposure to different schools and year groups
• The chance to build confidence and experience
• An opportunity to 'try before you commit' to longer-term roles
• A route back into teaching after a career break

Many of our teachers start on daily supply and later secure long-term or permanent roles through us once they find the right school fit.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Tradewind is one of London's most established education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years' experience supporting teachers and schools.

When you work with Tradewind, you benefit from:

• PAYE pay only - no umbrella companies, no unexpected deductions
• A dedicated consultant who understands primary teaching
• Honest conversations about availability, preferences and school environments
• Access to a large, active network of Hillingdon schools
• Regular work for reliable teachers
• Free CPD through our partnership with The National College
• Support with long-term and permanent roles when you are ready

As one teacher we supported recently shared: "Thanks to Marc from Tradewind Education Agency, I landed my first supply role in a primary school and quickly started getting regular daily work. The advice, support and communication made a real difference."

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from:

• ECTs looking to build confidence and experience
• Experienced teachers seeking flexibility or consistency
• Teachers returning to the classroom after time away

You will need:

• UK-recognised QTS
• Experience teaching in UK primary schools
• Confident classroom and behaviour management skills
• A professional, reliable and adaptable approach
• Availability for at least 1 day per week

About Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind is a market-leading education recruitment agency with a strong reputation for candidate care. We focus on long-term relationships rather than short-term placements, and many teachers stay with us for years because of the support and consistency we provide.

If you are currently registered with another agency but not getting the work you want, or you are considering supply for the first time, we would be happy to speak with you confidentially.

If you are also interested in long-term or permanent roles, we can support with this too when the time is right.