Primary Supply Teacher

GSL Education; Canvey Island; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking passionate Primary Supply Teachers in Canvey Island for flexible teaching opportunities. You'll cover lessons, maintain classroom routines, and support pupil engagement without the pressure of long-term planning. Enjoy competitive daily pay, professional development, and support from your GSL consultant. This role requires Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in UK primary schools.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay

Opportunity to work in supportive schools

Personalised support from GSL consultant

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in UK primary schools.
• Updated CV covering the last ten years.
• Enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Cover lessons for absent teachers.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure pupils stay on task.
• Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1, or KS2.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

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Shape Brighter Futures as a Primary Supply Teacher in Canvey Island!

Job Title: Primary Supply Teacher
Location: Canvey Island
Salary Range: £125-£220 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: September 2025 (or earlier if available)
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time

Are you a qualified Primary Teacher looking for flexible and rewarding teaching opportunities in your local area? If so, GSL Education are inviting passionate and reliable Primary Supply Teachers to support schools across Canvey Island. This is a great chance to teach without the added pressure of long-term planning or assessment. Whether you're newly qualified, semi-retired, or simply enjoy variety, this role offers flexibility and meaningful classroom experiences.

About the Role:

As a Primary Supply Teacher, you will cover lessons for absent teachers, ensuring pupils continue learning in a calm and structured environment. You’ll teach according to the plans provided, maintain classroom routines, and support children’s engagement and well-being throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver pre-planned lessons across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Manage classroom behaviour and ensure pupils stay on task.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Build good relationships with pupils and staff.
• Report on progress or concerns to relevant school staff.
• Be adaptable to different classrooms and school settings.

Job Requirements:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience teaching in UK primary schools.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Able to follow school policies and routines confidently.
• Positive, flexible, and professional attitude.
• Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

Benefits of Joining GSL Education:

• Competitive daily pay based on experience and role type.
• Opportunity to work in a range of supportive schools.
• Personalised support from your GSL consultant.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.

If you're ready to step into a flexible and fulfilling teaching role in Canvey Island, apply today to join GSL Education and make a real difference in local primary classrooms.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Primary Supply Teacher’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.