Day-to-Day Primary Teachers - Islington

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Weekly PAYE payments

Dedicated consultant

CPD courses access

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Day-to-Day Supply Primary Teachers for Islington; flexible daily supply work across Islington's primary schools from September.

Qualified, UK-trained teachers with QTS or equivalent; ability to teach EYFS through KS2 and maintain a positive classroom environment; DBS Update Service preferred.

Daily pay £160-£190, work 1-5 days per week, with pre-planned lessons and supportive schools; great for balance and regular work.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Recent experience teaching within UK primary schools.
• Confidence teaching across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A flexible, reliable and adaptable approach.
• The ability to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• ECTs are welcome to apply, as well as experienced teachers and those returning to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons using pre-planned resources.
• Cover classes across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, from Nursery through to Year 6.
• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Follow school policies and procedures.
• Support pupils with their learning and development.
• Adapt quickly to different schools, classes and classroom environments.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Most day-to-day supply bookings involve pre-planned lessons, meaning minimal planning and marking.

Skills

Primary Teacher

QTS

EYFS

KS1

KS2

Day-to-Day Supply

Classroom Management

Behaviour Management

Flexible Teaching

Islington

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Day-to-Day Primary Teachers - Islington

Location: Islington, North London

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Daily Supply / Day-to-Day

Pay: £160-£190 per day

PAYEDays: 1-5 days per week

Are you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for flexible day-to-day work across Islington? Tradewind Recruitment is currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Primary Supply Teachers to work across a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools throughout the London Borough of Islington from September. Whether you're looking to work one or two days a week alongside other commitments, or you're available five days a week and want regular supply work, we have flexible opportunities to suit your availability.

The Role

As a Day-to-Day Supply Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging and well-structured lessons using pre-planned resources.
• Cover classes across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, from Nursery through to Year 6.
• Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Follow school policies and procedures.
• Support pupils with their learning and development.
• Adapt quickly to different schools, classes and classroom environments.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Most day-to-day supply bookings involve pre-planned lessons, meaning there is generally minimal planning and marking required.

We Are Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Recent experience teaching within UK primary schools.
• Confidence teaching across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A flexible, reliable and adaptable approach.
• The ability to quickly build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• ECTs are welcome to apply, as well as experienced teachers and those returning to teaching.

Why Choose Day-to-Day Supply?

• Choose the days you want to work.
• Work anywhere from 1-5 days per week.
• Gain experience across a variety of Islington primary schools.
• Minimal planning and marking.
• Flexible work around your existing commitments.
• Opportunities to secure regular, longer-term and permanent positions.
• Work across a range of welcoming and well-established schools.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Weekly PAYE payments.
• A dedicated consultant who understands your requirements.
• Access to a wide range of primary teaching opportunities across London.
• Regular work opportunities throughout the academic year.
• Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College.
• Ongoing support throughout your assignments.
• Support with CVs, interviews and career development.

Key Skills

• Primary Teacher
• QTS
• EYFS
• KS1
• KS2
• Day-to-Day Supply
• Classroom Management
• Behaviour Management
• Flexible Teaching
• Islington