ECT Supply Teacher

Empowering Learning Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd. is recruiting Early Career Teachers to work on supply across Derby primary schools, offering flexible ad hoc days, daily supply, and short- or long-term placements.

Earn valuable classroom experience now or from September 2026 while building your professional network in the Derby area. This opportunity lets you experience EYFS, KS1, and KS2 settings, adapt to different school routines, and develop a strong teaching style with ongoing consultant support and DBS checks

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Flexible, reliable and proactive.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Keen to build professional networks in Derby schools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 as requested.
• Manage classroom behaviour to create a positive learning environment.
• Adapt quickly to different school settings and routines.
• Support pupils’ academic and personal development.
• Build relationships with staff and pupils across multiple schools.

Skills

QTS

Flexible

Reliable

Proactive

Communication skills

Classroom management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Primary ECT Supply Opportunities – Build Experience & Your Network

Derby | Flexible Work | Start Afternow or in September 26

Company Overview

Empowering Learning is a trusted education recruitment agency, working in partnership with primary schools across Derby. We are committed to supporting Early Career Teachers (ECTs) in gaining valuable classroom experience, building confidence, and developing strong professional networks within local schools.

The Opportunity

Are you an ECT looking to gain experience across a range of primary schools? We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and adaptable teachers to work on a supply basis in Derby, with opportunities availablenow and September 2026

Whether you are looking for ad hoc days, daily supply, or short and long-term placements, we can offer flexible opportunities to suit your availability and career goals.

This is a fantastic way to experience different school settings, develop your teaching style, and build relationships that can lead to long-term or permanent roles.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering engaging lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 (depending on your preference)
• Managing classroom behaviour effectively to create a positive learning environment
• Adapting quickly to different school settings and routines
• Supporting pupils’ academic and personal development
• Building relationships with staff and pupils across a variety of schools

About You

We are looking for ECTs who:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Are passionate about teaching and eager to gain experience
• Are flexible, reliable and proactive
• Have strong communication and classroom management skills
• Are keen to build their professional network within Derby schools

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates
• Opportunities in a variety of primary schools across Derby
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• A great pathway to long-term and permanent roles
• The chance to build confidence, experience and your professional network

Empowering Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.