Primary School Teacher – DE1

Connex Education Partnership; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD training

Ongoing support

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership seeks qualified Supply Teachers to support primary schools across Derby city centre and surrounding DE1 area. Roles include day-to-day cover, short-term and longer-term placements with immediate starts and January 2027 opportunities.

We offer flexible full-time and part-time work, with paid PAYE weekly at £150-£190 per day. Successful applicants will have QTS, UK classroom experience, and an Enhanced DBS or be willing to apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• Recent experience teaching in a UK primary school.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply for one.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Excellent communication and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons in line with school planning and the curriculum.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Manage pupil behaviour confidently and consistently.
• Adapt to different schools, year groups and classroom routines.
• Support pupils’ learning and development throughout the school day.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff.

Skills

QTS

UK teaching experience

Classroom management

Job description

Supply Teacher – Primary Schools

Derby City Centre & Surrounding Areas (DE1)

£150-£190 per day | PAYE | Paid weekly

Immediate, ongoing and January 2027 opportunities

To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK.

About the Role

Connex Education is recruiting qualified Supply Teachers to support primary schools across Derby city centre and the surrounding DE1 area.

With the autumn term well underway, local primary schools continue to need reliable and adaptable teachers for day-to-day cover, short-term assignments and longer-term placements. We’re also looking ahead to January 2027 and welcoming teachers considering a fresh start in the new year.

Whether you’re seeking regular teaching work or greater flexibility around your schedule, we can help you explore opportunities that suit your availability and preferences.

Roles are available across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, and we welcome applications from both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons in line with school planning and the curriculum.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
• Manage pupil behaviour confidently and consistently.
• Adapt to different schools, year groups and classroom routines.
• Support pupils’ learning and development throughout the school day.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff.

What We’re Offering

• £150-£190 per day, paid weekly through PAYE.
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Day-to-day supply, short-term and long-term placements.
• Teaching opportunities across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Immediate starts and opportunities from January 2027.
• Free accredited CPD training.
• Ongoing support from your local Connex Education team.

Person Specification

We’re looking for teachers who have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Recent experience teaching in a UK primary school or completing a UK teacher training placement.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Confidence adapting to different year groups and school environments.
• Excellent communication skills and a reliable, professional approach.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

All roles are subject to satisfactory background checks, including an Enhanced DBS.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We assess all applicants on merit alone.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.